Another stunning novel by the author of The Alchemist Aleph marks a return to Paulo Coelho's beginnings In a frank and surprising personal story, one of the world's most beloved authors embarks on a remarkable and transformative journey of self-discovery Facing a grave crisis of faith, and seeking a path of spiritual renewal and growth, Paulo decides to start over: to travel, to experiment, to reconnect with people and the world On this journey through Europe, Africa, and Asia, he will again meet Hilal-the woman he loved 500 years before-an encounter that will initiate a mystical voyage through time and space, through past and present, in search of himself Aleph is an encounter with our fears and our sins; a search for love and forgiveness, and the courage to confront the inevitable challenges of life