Character Traits Of Santiago In The Alchemist

Throughout The book,” The Alchemist” Santiago has several character traits that are negative and positive. These traits of Santiago illustrate and exemplify on what kind of boy he is. A positive trait of Santiago is how determined of a person he is. Santiago had many opportunities to give up on his personal legend but did not, a quote from the book that helps defend this claim is “ when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” Santiago had said this right after he was robbed in the port town, by him saying this it is emphasizing his want to achieve his personal legend even after being in a tough situation. He still remains focused,which deepens the idea of his determination. Another positive trait Santiago possesses is his will to love. What makes Santiago loving is the way he feels and cares for Fatima. A quote that supports this trait is “ I also have Fatima. She is a treasure greater than …show more content…
He is tough mentally because going on this journey he faced adversity and was able to overcome the odds. A quote that supports this trait is “ He was bruised and bleeding, his clothing was torn to shreds, and he felt death was near.” The author said this when Santiago had thought he had reached his destination, and while digging for his treasure he was almost beat to death. Santiago somehow found a way to get up and laugh at the pyramids and continue to find his treasure instead of just giving up. This explains how tough mentally Santiago is.
Even though Santiago has many positive traits he also has some negatives ones as well. A negative trait he has is he disobeys his parents. His parents wanted him to be a priest but resisted and did what he wanted. A quote that defends this trait is,” Well, then I’ll be a shepard!” This was said by Santiago after his father was trying to explain how pointless traveling was. This illustrates Santiago's relationship with his