El Principito (con las acuarelas del autor) / The Little Prince
(Author) Antoine de Saint-ExuperyFábula mítica y relato filosófico que interroga acerca de la relación del ser humano con su prójimo y con el mundo, El Principito concentra, con maravillosa simplicidad, la constante reflexión de Saint-Exupéry sobre la amistad, el amor, la responsabilidad y el sentido de la vida. Viví así, solo, sin nadie con quien hablar verdaderamente, hasta que tuve una avería en el desierto del Sahara, hace seis años. Algo se había roto en mi motor. Y como no tenía conmigo ni mecánico ni pasajeros, me dispuse a realizar, solo, una reparación difícil. Era, para mí, cuestión de vida o muerte. Tenía agua apenas para ocho días. La primera noche dormí sobre la arena a mil millas de toda tierra habitada. Estaba más aislado que un náufrago sobre una balsa en medio del océano. Imaginen, pues, mi sorpresa cuando, al romper el día, me despertó una extraña vocecita que decía: -Por favor..., ¡dibújame un cordero! ENGLISH DESCRIPTION The Little Prince is a classic tale of equal appeal to children and adults. On one level it is the story of an airman's discovery, in the desert, of a small boy from another planet - the Little Prince of the title - and his stories of intergalactic travel, while on the other hand it is a thought-provoking allegory of the human condition. The Little Prince has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades 4-5, Stories).
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.