The symbols in the book "the Alchemist" are rife with meaning and the book is a profound exploration of self discovery.
Step-by-step explanation:
1 The art of alchemy : the process of transformation. The protagonist only meets the alchemist veiled and never sees the art happen.
2 The desert : difficulties we face pursuing our personal legend. It is through desert that the boy does most of his journey.
3 Urim and Thummin: wisdom and making choices. These are two stones that the protagonist finds and uses as omens in his journey.
4 The sheep : peaceful, uneventful life, settling for comfort over our personal legend.
5 Treasure : The wisdom we gain when we take chances and pursue our destiny. The treasure is eventually found at home.