In The Alchemistby Coelho, how does the Alchemist assist Santiago on his journey?

The alchemist is
presented as rather a mysterious and magical figure in this novel, who possesses the knowledge
and resources necessary to enable thim to transform any metal to gold. The alchemist's role in
this story is mainly as a teacher or a guide to Santiago, though much of the advice that he
gives his youthful charge is in riddles, as he expects Santiago to work out the meaning of his
teachings for himself.

Focusing on the teachings of the alchemist allow us to
consider how the overarchingof this story of alchemy, which means the transmutation of one
element into another element that is more valuable, applies to Santiago's own development and
journey. The wisdom of the...