Hippie
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
306
Novel • Fiction
Amsterdam • 1970s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Hippie by Paulo Coelho follows a young man named Paulo who embarks on a journey of self-discovery during the 1970s. Along the way, he meets Karla, and together they travel the famous hippie trail from Amsterdam to Kathmandu, exploring themes of love, spirituality, and freedom.
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Paulo Coelho's Hippie receives praise for its evocative portrayal of the 1970s counterculture and rich, descriptive prose. Positive feedback highlights Coelho's ability to capture the spirit of the era and the journey of self-discovery. However, some critique the novel's pacing and character development, finding them inconsistent and less engaging. Overall, Hippie offers an intriguing but uneven exploration of alternative lifestyles.
Readers of Hippie by Paulo Coelho are likely spiritually curious and enthusiasts of self-discovery and adventure narratives. Fans of Jack Kerouac's On the Road and Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat, Pray, Love will resonate with the book's exploration of personal growth, travel, and romance set against the backdrop of the 1970s.
29,090 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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306
Novel • Fiction
Amsterdam • 1970s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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