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  • By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept: A Novel of Forgiveness
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By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept: A Novel of Forgiveness Audio CD – CD, Jan. 1 2008

by Paulo Coelho (Author), Stephanie Zimbalist (Performer)
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Coehlo presents the poignant, deeply spiritual tale of Pilar, an independent and practical yet restless young woman, whose life is forever changed by an encounter with a childhood friend. Now a mesmerizing and handsome seminarian, he leads her on a journey through the French Pyrenees, where together they explore the "feminine face of God," and make the dramatic discovery that love is God.
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  1. Book 1 of 3
    On the Seventh Day
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Phoenix Audio
  4. Publication date
    Jan. 1 2008
  5. Dimensions
    14.73 x 1.3 x 13.21 cm
  6. ISBN-10
    1597771651
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1597771658
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Paulo Coelho is one of the most widely read authors in the world. His books have sold more than 100 million copies worldwide, have been translated into 68 languages, and have been published in 150 countries. He was named a United Nations Messenger of Peace in 2007.

Paulo Coelho naci en Brasil en 1947 y es uno de los autores con ms influencia de hoy da. Conocido mundialmente por el bestseller internacional "El Alquimista", ha vendido ms de 75 millones de libros en todo el mundo que han sido traducidos a 62 idiomas y publicados en 150 pases. Asimismo, ha recibido destacados premios y menciones internacionales como el Planetary Arts Award, el Cristal Award concedido por el Foro Econmico Mundial, la prestigiosa distincin de Chevalier de l'Ordre National de la Lgion D'Honneur del gobierno francs y el Bambi 2001 Award de Alemania. En el 2002 se convirti en miembro de la prestigiosa Academia Brasilera de Letras. A su vez, Paulo Coelho escribe una columna semanal que se publica en los peridicos ms importantes de todo el mundo.

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A young Spanish woman is inspired by a mysterious man she has loved since childhood to leave her graduate studies and embark upon a spiritual quest in the Pyrenees. The story springs to life through the expert treatment of Stephanie Zimbalist. The writing itself is compelling, and in the audio format listeners experience the story as if Zimbalist is telling it personally to them. Her accent and spot-on enunciation convey the protagonist's vacillation between skepticism and enthusiasm over the course of this spiritual love story, and flesh out the depths and subtleties of her emotional journey. Occasional musical enhancements do not add much to the story. The music of the narrator's voice is more than enough to satisfy. L.V.B. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Phoenix Audio
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ Jan. 1 2008
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Unabridged
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1597771651
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1597771658
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 14.73 x 1.3 x 13.21 cm
  • Book 1 of 3 ‏ : ‎ On the Seventh Day
  • 鶹 Rank: #11,111 in Literary Fiction (Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
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Paulo Coelho is the author of "The Alchemist", he was born in 1947 in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Being the author of 30 books that have sold over 320 million copies in 170 countries, he has become one of the most widely read authors in the world today. Paulo Coelho has been a United Nations Messenger of Peace since 2007 and this has allowed him to continue to promote intercultural dialogue and to focus on the needs of children. He is a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters and the recipient of over 115 awards and honours, including the Hans Christian Andersen Award, the Grinzane Cavour Book Award and the Chevalier de l’Ordre National de la Légion d’Honneur, to name a few.

Other titles include “The Pilgrimage”, “Brida”, "The Supreme Gift", “The Valkyries”, “By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept”, “Maktub”, “The Fifth Mountain”, “Manual of the Warrior of Light”, “Veronika Decides to Die”, “The Devil and Miss Prym”, “Stories for Parents, Children and Grandchildren”, “Eleven Minutes”, “The Zahir”, “Like the Flowing River”, “The Witch of Portobello”, “The Winner Stands Alone”, “Aleph”, “Manuscript Found in Accra”, “Adultery”, “The Spy”, “Hippie”. Also “Journey” guided journal.

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  • Elle
    5.0 out of 5 stars It's Paulo Coelho
    Reviewed in Canada on August 5, 2024
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    I've read almost all his books and have found that this is certainly my most favourite. It's beautifully written and it's one that I have read so many times, that this is the reason I had to buy a new copy.
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  • Helena Ventrella
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing author!
    Reviewed in Canada on May 28, 2023
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    Paolo Coelho is guided by spirit to have written such profound books. I’m always inspired and thoughtful after finishing one of these reads. They are worth reading again and again, always finding a new message reflective of our current stage of life.
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  • Ron Matsusaki
    4.0 out of 5 stars Paoo Coelho: "By tthe River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept"
    Reviewed in Canada on August 23, 2023
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    Like other Coelho books, "By the River Pedra...Wept," is about human experience. Unike "The Alchemist," "By the River Piedra..." was a tedious book to read, as the main character, Pilar, tediousy goes back iand forth in her mind as to what decision to make - "Should I or shouldn't I?

    In the last quarter of the book, the reading smooths out.

    In actual fact, Coelho is depicting human being's struggle between the [analytic + primitive] brain with the soul. Towards the end, the soul begins to take charge and the reading smoothens.

    In North America, especially, our souls are so covered up that we struugles just as Pilar did. If we rediscoverd our souls and learned to release it, our lives would smoothen out, too.
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  • Farzad Ahmari
    5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting book
    Reviewed in Canada on June 27, 2019
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    Someone recommended this to me and although it is not a type of book I would normally read, it was alright.
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  • Andrew
    3.0 out of 5 stars It's a start...
    Reviewed in Canada on March 26, 2002
    I read the Alchemist and I really liked it, so I figured this book would be another moving experience. I was disappointed a third of the way in, and remained that way for the rest of the book. I never once felt attached to either of the characters. The love that unfolds in the story seems a bit empty. These people are apparently connected through a lovely childhood, but *why* is their bond so special? The book says little more than "they had a lovely childhood together" and we're expected to just take the author's word for it. It's the same with her transformation in the days she spends with him. Her life is changed by his influence, but why? Did it really only take a change of scenery? Has she really never thought of some of the things he's discovered? Could she have just fallen in love with anyone who brought her out of her banal existence? I felt like as these events were happening, I wasn't being brought along for the ride. I was merely taking the author's word for it and reading a summarization. Their love meant nothing to me because I couldn't see why she wanted him over anyone else, and vice versa. Without real purpose and depth, love stories like this become fluff. I think with twice the content and detail, I would have felt much more of a connection to the material. I like a lot of the things Coelho has to say (it's still a better story than I could write) and I'm definitely going to read the rest of his books -- this one just wasn't for me.
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  • Mary H.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Coelho does not disappoint
    Reviewed in Canada on April 19, 2021
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    Beautiful love story.
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  • Diane Carroll
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on February 10, 2018
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    One of my favourite books!
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  • Izzie
    4.0 out of 5 stars good read
    Reviewed in Canada on July 13, 2015
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    It's a very nice story, short read. A bit on the religious side with love. I like Paulo writing style because its easy to follow :)
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  • eva
    2.0 out of 5 stars Comments on By the River Piedra
    Reviewed in France on June 15, 2017
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    Not the best Coelho...I preferred the Eleven Minutes or The Alchemist. Repeating patterns, not of much interest. Sorry for Paolo.
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  • mummyof2
    5.0 out of 5 stars Still reeling..
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 29, 2012
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    I have read most of Paulo's books after a special friend bought me "The Alchemist" as a gift. I dont read his books like I do my other favourite authors. I like to savour Paulo's work. I like to give myself a night to absorb and take in his words. In other words I force myself to put it down after reading for an hour or so..otherwise it would be devoured (and sadly over with) all too soon. I have never left a review for a book before but I have to say this was one of the most moving stories I have ever read. Perhaps the timing was of importance to me re rediscovering faith but I can honestly say its both the saddest and happiest books I have read. I was crying for almost an hour after finishing it this afternoon.. I didnt want it to be over. I love Paulo's work. I love the food for thought. Only 3 of his books left to read. If you like his work - this is a must.
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  • marina
    5.0 out of 5 stars Libro pequeño de tapa blanda. Lo esperado
    Reviewed in Spain on October 26, 2019
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    Ha llegado muy rapido y tal como esperaba: un libro pequeño de tapa blanda.
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  • DEBABRATA S.
    5.0 out of 5 stars buy it.
    Reviewed in India on June 6, 2025
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    it can change your way of viewing the world if you get it. it's a beautiful story indeed. must read for all.
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  • Francesco
    5.0 out of 5 stars Consegnato nei tempi previsti
    Reviewed in Italy on August 26, 2024
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    Ottimo prodotto qualità prezzo
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