Paulo Coelho is on a search for the pinnacle of spiritual mastery, wisdom, and self-knowledge in this compelling tale. He travels the route to Santiago under the strange guidance of Petrus, facing numerous challenges and tests along the way, including a possible encounter with the devil. Why is it so difficult to have a simple life? Will Paulo have the stamina to finish his path towards faith, belief, and humility? The Pilgrimage served as a springboard for Paulo Coehlo's worldwide bestseller The Alchemist. These two books are similar to each other in many respects; in order to fully understand one, you must read the other.