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Maktub

by Paulo Coelho · 208 pages · Published December 1993
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3.72 / 5 across 10K ratings
Spice: ❄️ (0/5)

A philosophical, simple Adult philosophical fiction built around parables, wisdom, life lessons. 208 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

Best for readers who want…

Philosophical. Simple. Inspiring.

Philosophical Simple Inspiring

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Philosophical Simple Inspiring
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Parables
Wisdom
Life Lessons
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

How this book actually feels — based on mood analysis, not publisher blurbs.

Mood profile
Romance
10%
Fantasy
0%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
1/5
Spice
0/5
Core elements
Genre
Philosophical Fiction
Short Stories
Moods
Philosophical
Simple
Inspiring
Key Tropes
Parables
Wisdom
Life Lessons
Ending
Satisfying
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No spice (0/5) — clean read with no heat.

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Readers who love philosophical and simple stories with parables and wisdom. Best suited for Adult readers and up.

What kind of read is Maktub?

A philosophical, simple Adult philosophical fiction built around parables, wisdom, life lessons. 208 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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