What the symbolic meaning of the story on page 24 of The Alchemist

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I have to do a paragraph about this question. I've read it many times but just need a little help. Thanks(:

Asked by Maritza A #398079 on 11/4/2014 2:17 AM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 11/4/2014 2:40 AM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 11/4/2014 2:40 AM

I am working with an etext. You will need to give me a chapter for this question.

Thank you!