The Little Prince
(Author) Antoine Saint-Exupery Saint-Exupery AntoineThe Little Prince recounts the relationship between an adult and a child. The adult is an aviator who has crash landed in the Sahara desert. The child is a golden-haired prince who has arrived on Earth after taking a circuitous route from his home on a distant asteroid. The prince's tales of sheep and baobab trees and roses and the inhabitants of miniscule planets reveal many truths about the absurdness of the adult world. Caroline Gourmand's beautiful new illustrations enhance a text which oscillates between narrative and dialogue, and between the language of an adult and the language of a child. It is truly unfortunate that we can never know how Antoine de Saint ExupEry would have wanted his book to be interpreted, but he has graciously bequeathed us with the simplest of means to reflect on life, love and mortality. For children aged 8 and upwards.
Antoine Saint-Exupery
Antoine de Saint-Exupery was a French writer and aviator known for his philosophical works and contributions to the genre of aviation literature. His most notable works include "Night Flight," "Wind, Sand and Stars," and "The Little Prince," which remains one of the most translated and best-selling books in the world. Saint-Exupery's writing style is characterized by a lyrical and poetic prose, exploring themes of human relationships, solitude, and the search for meaning in life. His experiences as a pilot greatly influenced his writing, infusing his works with a sense of adventure and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world. Saint-Exupery's legacy continues to inspire readers and writers alike, making him a timeless figure in literature.
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