The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry is a modern fable that has captivated readers globally, achieving a pull far exceeding its brevity. First published in 1943, this widely translated work explores the intersection between the world governed by adult concerns and the realm determined only by imagination, as seen through the eyes of the little prince who arrives from a tiny asteroid. This edition, translated into English by Irene Testot-Ferry, includes the author’s own delightful illustrations.
The narrative centers on the meeting between the narrator, whose plane has ditched in the Sahara desert, and the little prince. Through their shared isolation, the book offers profound meanings for adult readers while charming them back to childhood innocence. It also serves as a subtle love story between the two frail beings.
Key Features/Benefits
- A modern fable enjoyed by both adults and children worldwide.
- Features the author's own delightful illustrations.
- Explores themes of imagination versus adult concerns.
- Paperback format from Wordsworth Editions Classics series.
- Translated into English by Irene Testot-Ferry.
Specifications
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Author: Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
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Translator: Irene Testot-Ferry
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Binding: Paperback
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Language: English
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Publication Date: January 15, 2018
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Print Length: 112 pages
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Dimensions: 139 x 7 x 198mm (13.9 x 0.7 x 19.8 cm)
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Weight: 90g
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Reading Age: 5+ years
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Grade Level: Pre-school - 2
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ISBN-10: 9781840227604
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