The Valkyries, Paulo Coelho
The Valkyries, Paulo Coelho
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The Valkyries

Author: Paulo Coelho

Narrator: Sean Runnette

Unabridged: 5 hr 10 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperAudio

Published: 04/28/2009

Synopsis

A classic masterwork of spiritual tension and realization from Paulo Coelho, this powerful story of one man’s battle with self-doubt and fear is now available in a beautiful new package from HarperOne. An essential volume alongside Coelho’s other bestselling and influential books, such as The Alchemist, The Pilgrimage, Brida, and The Winner Stands Alone, the searing and unforgettable narrative in The Valkyries asks the questions most central to all literature—and all of humanity’s quest for understanding. Why is it that we destroy the things we love most? And how can we learn to let go of the past and believe in the future?

About Paulo Coelho

One of the most influential writers of our time, Paulo Coelho is the author of thirty international bestsellers, including The Alchemist, Warrior of the Light, Brida, Veronika Decides to Die, and Eleven Minutes. He is a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters and a United Nations Messenger of Peace. Paulo is the recipient of 115 international prizes and awards, among them, the Chevalier de l'Ordre National de la Légion d'Honneur (Legion of Honor). Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1947, he soon discovered his vocation for writing. He worked as a director, theater actor, songwriter, and journalist. In 1986, a special meeting led him to make the pilgrimage to Saint James Compostela (in Spain). The Road to Santiago was not only a common pilgrimage but a turning point in his existence. A year later, he wrote The Pilgrimage, an autobiographical novel that is considered the beginning of his literary career. He lives in Geneva, Switzerland.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jessica on December 13, 2009

What i learned from this book? The reason why we always try to destroy the things/people we love. And what our angels really look like. And how to "broaden our horizons." They said this was the most "boring" book Coelho ever wrote. I say they're wrong.......more

Goodreads review by Lily on December 01, 2008

I do usually enjoy Coelho's books and often take something inspiring away from them however, with The Valkyries I am not too sure. Coelho tells the story of his spiritual journey and experiences gained travelling through the desert. Throughout the journey we witness Coelho fighting his inner demons......more

Goodreads review by Saadia on May 27, 2021

Not the best work by Coelho I would say. A good baseline but the story was at times haphazard. Liked the title very well thought “Valkyries” also served as the temptation which led me to complete this book. Blog | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn......more

Goodreads review by Daniel on April 19, 2012

I never pay too much attention to the plot of Coelho books because the plot is merely a means of this author to get his point across. The chapters of this book do culminate in to a satisfying climax, however the messages in the book are woven in to the detail of the text throughout rather than the e......more

Goodreads review by Howard on March 13, 2022

2 Stars for The Valkyries (audiobook) by Paulo Coelho read by Sean Runnette. I read the Alchemist recently and I thought it was interesting. So I thought I’d give another book by Paulo Coelho a try. I’m a little confused. I was expecting another fictional story about another journey. I didn’t realiz......more

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