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Narrated by:
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Rita Wolf
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By:
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Paulo Coelho
About this listen
The Witch of Portobello is the story of a mysterious woman named Athena, told by the many who knew her well - or hardly at all.
"People create a reality and then become the victims of that reality. Athena rebelled against that - and paid a high price."
-Heron Ryan, journalist
"Athena's great problem was that she was a woman of the 22nd century living in the 21st. Did she pay a price? She certainly did. But she would have paid a still higher price if she had repressed her natural exuberance. She would have been bitter, frustrated, always saying, 'I'll just sort these things out, then I'll devote myself to my dream,' always complaining 'that the conditions are never quite right.'"
-Deirdre O'Neil, known as Edda
Like The Alchemist, The Witch of Portobello is the kind of story that will transform the way listeners think about love, passion, joy, and sacrifice.
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Manuscript Found in Accra
- By: Paulo Coelho, Margaret Jull Costa - translator
- Narrated by: Jeremy Irons
- Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins
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The latest novel from number-one internationally best-selling author Paulo Coelho is a classic of inspiration and reflection, a meditation on life, love, and the significance of change. A novel of philosophical reflection set in Jerusalem during the time of the Crusades. Here a community of Christians, Arabs, and Jews who have long lived together harmoniously have been warned of an imminent attack and certain destruction. Contemplating their demise, the community assembles to seek the wise counsel of a Greek Copt.
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Outstanding story and performance
- By Jim S on 12-13-13
By: Paulo Coelho, and others
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The Spy
- A Novel
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Hillary Huber, Paul Boehmer
- Length: 3 hrs and 50 mins
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On the occasion of the centenary of Mata Hari's execution for espionage in 1917, Paulo Coelho reconsiders her life and character in a fictional memoir. In a series of letters written from prison on the eve of her death, Mata Hari reflects on the choices she has made to always pursue her own truth - from her childhood in a small Dutch town to unhappy years as the wife of an alcoholic diplomat in Java to her calculated and self-fashioned rise to celebrity in Paris and across Europe as an exotic dancer.
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Strong woman versus the patriarchy
- By Margaret on 11-25-16
By: Paulo Coelho
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Hippie
- By: Paulo Coelho, Eric M. B. Becker - translator
- Narrated by: Graham Halstead
- Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins
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In Hippie, he tells the story of Paulo, a young, skinny Brazilian man with a goatee and long, flowing hair, who dreams of becoming a writer, and Karla, a Dutch woman in her twenties who has been waiting to find a companion to accompany her on the fabled hippie trail to Nepal.
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Touchingly beautiful
- By Albert Bates on 12-02-18
By: Paulo Coelho, and others
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Like the Flowing River
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Ron Bottitta
- Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins
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"Like the Flowing River" is a compilation of tales, opinions, short stories and ideas drawn from articles published by Brazilian writer Paulo in various international newspapers. Seven years of reflections, journeys and meetings: the revelation of a fascinating philosophy of life. A brilliant collection cleverly written with passion and humor. Coelho's simple words and subtle philosophy encompass reflections on solitude, the art of love or the way to become an archer, to parables on man’s struggles and journey through life.
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Great Book
- By Anonymous User on 01-28-24
By: Paulo Coelho
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The Zahir
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Derek Jacobi, Emilia Fox
- Length: 5 hrs and 16 mins
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It begins with a glimpse or a passing thought. It ends in obsession. One day a renowned author discovers that his wife, a war correspondent, has disappeared leaving no trace. Though time brings more success and new love, he remains mystified - and increasingly fascinated - by her absence. Was she kidnapped, blackmailed, or simply bored with their marriage? The unrest she causes is as strong as the attraction she exerts.
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Beautiful and deep read!
- By Top 1% Buyer on 09-13-15
By: Paulo Coelho
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Eleven Minutes
- A Novel
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Richard Trinder, Hannah Curtis
- Length: 7 hrs and 46 mins
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Eleven Minutes tells the story of Maria, a young girl from a Brazilian village whose first innocent brushes with love leave her heartbroken. At a tender age, she becomes convinced that she will never find true love, instead believing that “love is a terrible thing that will make you suffer.” A chance meeting in Rio takes her to Geneva, where she dreams of finding fame and fortune, yet ends up working as a prostitute.
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The Alchemist
- A Fable About Following Your Dream
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Jeremy Irons
- Length: 4 hrs
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Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its simplicity and wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of treasure buried in the Pyramids. Along the way he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself king, and an Alchemist, all of whom point Santiago in the direction of his quest.
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A Timeless Tale
- By Judi on 01-07-07
By: Paulo Coelho
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- CLS
- 02-18-18
good listen
enjoyed listening to this. great story with an unexpected twist at the end. wish the male characters had been a male voice but that is a personal preference.
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- Jessica Crowl
- 01-03-23
Compelling, though not my fave delivery
This story is incredible, and I’m grateful I continued, despite the delivery not being my fave of the Paulo Coelho books I’ve listened to. I found the accents a bit distracting sometimes
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- B
- 03-02-15
Not my favorite by Coelho but not bad
I feel that the method of delivery the author chose to tell the story somewhat hampered the overall ability to describe a spiritual journey. Coello chose to tell his story by a series of interviews, so some of the truth is muddled with rumor and spite by the surrounding characters. Well that made for good drama, I feel that it miss the mark for what he was trying to accomplish with this story. I really couldn't get a sense what the journey was supposed to be like for the main character because this.
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- Rox
- 05-12-22
I thought it was very well done
Other reviews on this title cite as faults the very things I thought made this book great. You get to know the main character via interviews given by those who knew her. It narrator does a good job of making each interviewee's voice distinct.
The only complaint I have about this book is the stupid music between chapters. When will Audible learn that music added to books is a terrible idea?
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- Clemente Quinones
- 11-03-16
Interesting take on Religion, Love, and Tolerance
Very different style compared to his other books however its well written and the story is put together very well.
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- Amazon Customer
- 11-15-22
Great story! Not what I expected!
I’ll start off by saying that I’m a huge fan of Paulo Coelho, so I may be a little biased. I thought the story what great. I like that they took the time to fully develop the main character! The reason I gave it 5 stars is because I went into expecting the story to go a certain way, and when it finally seemed like it was finally heading in that direction it took on an entirely different direction and I thought that was brilliant of the author! If you like stories of self discovery, this is the book for you!
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- Luis
- 03-10-23
Very good !
Very good ! Another masterpiece from Coelho. Recommended to read.
Interesting story and learn from the book.
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- Taryn
- 09-20-08
Loved it
This was my first book by this author and now I am hooked. I enjoyed it so much that I needed to buy it in print. I enjoyed the written copy even more.
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- Biljana Milicevic
- 12-16-18
A powerful read
You find yourself in the life of the heroine you end up mourning. It leaves you with a strong and melancholy feeling....
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- Anonymous User
- 07-25-23
Loved!!
Paulo Coelho is one of my favorite writers! Great book start to finish. This book really draws you in. Great ending with an amazing twist to the whole story! Seriously couldn't stop listening!!
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