In this captivating story, Paulo Coelho is in search of ultimate self-awareness, wisdom, and spiritual mastery. Guided by his mysterious companion Petrus, he follows the path to Santiago, going through a series of trials and tests, even facing someone who may be the devil himself. Why is the road to simple life so difficult? Will Paulo be strong enough to complete the journey towards humility, faith, and belief? "The Pilgrimage" paved the way for Paulo Coelho's internationally best-selling novel "The Alchemist." In many ways, these two works are companions – to fully understand one, you must read the other.