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By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept
By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept
Author: Paulo Coelho, Alan R. Clarke (Translator)
A poetic story that reflects the depth of love and life — Rarely does an adolescent love reach its full potential. What happens when, after eleven years, two lovers come together again? Pilar has become an independent and strong woman. Her childhood friend has become a handsome spiritual leader. She has learned to bury her feelings, while he has ...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780060977269
ISBN-10: 0060977264
Publication Date: 5/7/1997
Pages: 192
Rating:
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 58 ratings
Publisher: Perennial
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette
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mountainreader avatar reviewed By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept on + 113 more book reviews
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A mythical romantic adventure that teaches the secrets of life and love and of suffering and healing through spiritual communion by the author of The Alchemist. This is a beautiful story.
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reviewed By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept on
I really have enjoyed many of Coehlo's work inthe past. While this book does not compare to one of my favorites, The Alchemist, it does have some interesting points such as the themes of faith, love, and following your dreams. I also enjoyed some of the stories within and the "quotables" which I will use, but it does not live up to his other titles.

Nonetheless, if you enjoy this genre. You shouldn't skip it.
reviewed By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept on + 5 more book reviews
I would give this book three stars. Not as engaging as The alchemist. I ordered it because it says one of the themes is forgiveness, but I didn't really see that. I liked O'Henry's The Gift of the Magi better as a rendition of the story of two people sacrificing for each other, only to find that they had sacrificed the one thing that would make the gift they received one of value.
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I think this one of the most beautiful love story that has ever been written.
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A very spiritual novel. Pilar, a young scholar feeling hopeless and worn down by life, is contacted by a childhood friend--who is now a charismatic spiritual leader. What follows is a moving story about the unfolding of their relationship, and the impact it has on Pilar. A delightful book.


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