Antoine de Saint-Exup�ry’s 'The Little Prince' is a tender, philosophical modern fable that explores the deep truths of love, loss, and human connection. The story begins when a weary aviator crashes his plane in the desolate Sahara Desert. There, facing isolation and limited survival supplies, he encounters a mysterious, golden-haired child known only as the Little Prince.

The boy reveals he has traveled from a tiny, distant asteroid, leaving behind his most prized possession: a single, vain, but fiercely loved rose. As the prince recounts his journey across the universe, he describes visiting various planets inhabited by narrow-minded adults—a king, a businessman, a lamplighter—who are entirely consumed by meaningless rules and superficial ambitions. Through the child's innocent eyes, Saint-Exup�ry gently critiques how adults lose their sense of wonder and prioritize numbers over genuine beauty.

The novel’s emotional core blossoms when the prince reaches Earth and befriends a wise wild fox. The fox teaches him the story’s most enduring secret: "It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye." The prince realizes that the time and devotion he poured into his demanding rose are what make her truly unique in all the universe.

Ultimately, 'The Little Prince' is a poignant reminder to hold onto the purity of childhood. It is a profoundly humane narrative that encourages us to look past the surface, cherish our relationships, and nurture the quiet, unseen bonds that give life meaning.

About the Author

Antoine de Saint-Exup�ry was born in Lyons on June 29, 1900. Later, in Paris, he failed the entrance exams for the French naval academy and, instead, enrolled at the prestigious art school l'Ecole des Beaux-Arts. In 1921 Saint-Exup�ry began serving in the military, and was stationed in Strasbourg. There he learned to be a pilot, and his career path was forever settled. Saint-Exup�ry's next novel, Wind, Sand and Stars, was published in 1939. A great success, the book won the Acad�mie Fran�aise's Grand Prix du Roman (Grand Prize for Novel Writing) and the National Book Award in the United States. On July 31, 1944, he set out from Borgo, Corsica, to overfly occupied France and never returned.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

We carry a wide selection of books from South Asia, United States, UK.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Readingos GmbH
Kaiserstra�e 47, Frankfurt am Main, 60329, Germany

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

Shipping Terms

To ensure faster delivery, books may be shipped from any of the following locations Germany, the United Kingdom (UK), the United States (US), based on the buyer's address and product availability.

Shipping rates from Germany to U.S.A.

Shipping rates from Germany to U.S.A.
Order quantity	25 to 45 business days	8 to 14 business days
First item	US$ 11.42	US$ 21.46

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.