Earlier in the story, the alchemist told Santiago"when you possess great treasures within you, and try to tell others of them, seldom are you believed". At the end of the story, what did he do to find his treasure?

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The Alchemist (Coelho)

Earlier in the story, the alchemist told Santiago"when you possess great treasures within you, and try to tell others of them, seldom are you believed". At the end of the story, what did he do to find his treasure?

Question 16 on page 177 of the book in the readers guide questions. Please Help!!!!!

Asked by nicole p #261397 on 8/9/2012 10:23 PM

Last updated by Geetha S #1317841 on 8/27/2023 2:26 PM

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Answered by jill d #170087 on 1/12/2015 12:11 AM

Santiago digs a hole at the base of the tree where he had had his first dream. Sure enough, he finds a trunk full of gold–enough for him and Fatima to live happily for a long time.

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Answered by Geetha S #1317841 on 8/27/2023 2:26 PM

in the story, the alchemist told Santiago "when you possess great treasures within you, and try to tell others of them, seldom are you believed." At the end of the story, how did this simple lesson save Santiago's life?

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