Maktub

Style and Technique

Paulo Coelho's book «Maktub» is a collection of short stories and parables that the author gathered from various cultures and traditions. Coelho's style in this book is characterized by simplicity and conciseness, allowing readers to easily grasp deep philosophical ideas. The language of the book is rich in metaphors and symbols, giving the text layers and depth. Literary techniques used by the author include allegories, parables, and aphorisms, which help convey wisdom and life lessons. The structure of the book is fragmented, with each story or parable standing as an independent piece, allowing readers to approach them in any order. Coelho often uses dialogues and internal monologues to reveal the thoughts and feelings of characters, as well as to convey moral and spiritual guidance.