| Full Name |
Paulo Coelho de Souza |
| Date of Birth |
24 August 1947 |
| Place of Birth |
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Date of Death |
- |
| Place of Death |
- |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
Brazilian / Geneva, Switzerland and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Education |
Law degree from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (did not complete); attended the School of Law of the Catholic University of Petrópolis. |
| Profession |
Novelist, Lyricist |
| Years of Activity |
1982 - Present |
| Brief Information |
Paulo Coelho is a Brazilian novelist celebrated for his spiritual and philosophical themes. His most famous work, "The Alchemist," has been translated into numerous languages and has achieved international bestseller status. Coelho's writings often explore journeys of self-discovery and the pursuit of one's destiny, resonating with millions of readers worldwide. |