The Winner Stands Alone
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Main Ideas
- Critique of the glamorous world and entertainment industry: Paulo Coelho exposes the dark side of glamour, the illusions, and emptiness hidden behind the glitz and luxury.
- Search for true values: The main characters in the book seek to find meaning in life and true values, contrasting them with superficial and material goals.
- Power and control: The book examines how the pursuit of power and control can destroy lives and lead to tragic consequences.
- Moral dilemmas: The characters face difficult moral choices that challenge their principles and beliefs.
- Illusion of success: Coelho shows that success and happiness do not always go hand in hand, and that external achievements can mask inner emptiness and dissatisfaction.
Date of publication: 3 September 2024
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction