«In Brida, my third novel, I tell the story of a young woman who dives into sorcery and her experiences with different magical traditions. I explore many themes that are dear to me, such as the Great Mother, pagan religions, and the perceptions of love.»
- Paulo Coelho
With an extremely inspiring theme, Brida was first published in Brasil in 1990, with an incredible print run of 100,000 copies, and it achieved immediate success. It stayed on the bestseller lists for over 100 weeks.
This is a spellbinding tale of Brida, a beautiful young Irish girl on her quest for knowledge. During her journey she meets a wise man who teaches her about overcoming her fears, and a woman who shows her the importance of seeking her gift and her soulmate.
To write this novel, Paulo Coelho was inspired by the stories told by the young Brida O’Fern, an Irishwoman he met during his pilgrimage on the Road to Rome.
YEAR OF PUBLICATION:
1990
PAGES:
272
RIGHTS SOLD:
45 languages
“After reading Brida, you will think about what moment of life you really are.”
- Glamour
“A master storyteller Coelho writes beautifully and has just the right combination of mysticism and realism to make it a fulfilling and inspiring book. A wondeful, enjoyable tale which if you are open to the concept of spirituality and self-discovery will provide you with an evocative and rewarding read.”
- The Irish Post
“When I wrote this book and published it in Brazil, themes such as the feminine face of God were still very foreign to most people.
Nevertheless, I noticed, with the passing of time, a shift in perception–people being more open to the intuitive perception of the world and being less seduced by the fixed rules of society.”
- Paulo Coelho
The path of wisdom means not being afraid to make mistakes
Being human means having doubts and yet still continuing on your path.