The Alchemist What metaphors are used in The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho? Asked by bookragstutor 12 years ago 8/20/2012 4:22 AM Last updated by Cat 8 years ago 5/1/2017 5:53 AM
The sheep are a metaphor for the life Santiago will lead if he does not seek his treasure. Santiago will become like his sheep, happy to eat and sleep: he will never know his meaning in life.