In Paulo Coelho's novel "The Alchemist," alchemy plays a crucial role in the protagonist Santiago’s journey towards self-discovery and fulfillment of his Personal Legend. In 5 paragraphs, discuss the relevance of alchemy in Santiago's journey. Answer: how does the concept of alchemy symbolize Santiago's internal and external transformations? Consider how alchemy influences Santiago's understanding of the world and his place within it. Remember one paragraph is about 7 sentences. Be sure to cite evidence from the book to support your claims