First American edition, fifth printing hardcover copy of The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho (HarperSanFrancisco, 1993). Rare early printing of this first US edition of the beloved fantastical tale about following your dreams. A magical realism self-help book of sorts. Very mild shelf wear to jacket. Board corners bumped and bottom fore corner of front board slightly bowed. Slightly cocked spine though binding remains firm. Previous owner’s inscription on half title page, otherwise all pages are clean and unmarked. See photos for condition. Packaged with care and shipped via USPS Media Mail
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