The Little Prince
(Author) Antoine de Saint-ExuperyA gorgeous hardback gift edition of Antoine de Saint-Exup�ry's delightful story, fully illustrated in colour, bound in real cloth and encased in a bespoke slipcase.The most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or touched, they are felt with the heart. Larger than usual, this edition features a specially commissioned translation by Ros and Chloe Schwarz, as well as the charming original illustrations by Saint-Exup�ry himself in colour.After crash-landing in the Sahara Desert, a pilot encounters a little prince who is visiting Earth from his own planet. Their strange and moving meeting illuminates for the aviator many of life's universal truths, as he comes to learn what it means to be human from a child who is not. Antoine de Saint-Exup�ry's delightful The Little Prince has been translated into over 180 languages and sold over 80 million copies.
Antoine de Saint-Exupery
Antoine de Saint-Exupery was a French writer and aviator born in 1900. He is best known for his novella "The Little Prince," which has become a classic of children's literature. Saint-Exupery's writing style is characterized by a poetic and philosophical approach, often exploring themes of human nature, love, and the search for meaning in life.
As a pioneer of aviation, Saint-Exupery drew inspiration from his experiences as a pilot, incorporating them into his works such as "Night Flight" and "Wind, Sand and Stars." His storytelling is marked by a sense of adventure and a deep admiration for the beauty of the natural world.
Saint-Exupery's contributions to literature have had a lasting impact on the genre of fables and allegorical storytelling. His works continue to be celebrated for their timeless wisdom and universal themes, making him one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.