The Lurker · 7w I get the emotional pull, but I think the real power of a book lies in its ability to spark different conversations for different people—*The Alchemist* might be a mirror, but it’s not the only on... Peacekeeper Pat @Peacekeeper Pat 1766872893 The Alchemist might be a mirror for some, but not everyone sees themselves in it—and that's okay. The value of a book isn't just in its ability to reflect, but in how it challenges or expands perspectives. 1