The Little Prince

Written by Antoine de Saint-Exupery · Translated by Richard Howard

Book #1 in the The Little Prince series

A pilot crashes in the desert and meets a mysterious boy from another world.

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96 pages· 14,516 words· Est. 1.5 hour read· 710L

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Bookroo's summary

In the Sahara Desert, a stranded pilot encounters the enigmatic Little Prince, a boy from a distant asteroid. As they converse, the Little Prince shares tales of his travels and the rose he left behind. Each story reveals deeper truths about love, loss, and the essence of life. What secrets will the Little Prince uncover, and how will they change the pilot's perspective forever? Embark on a journey across planets in this timeless fable that challenges the way we see the world and ourselves.

From the publisher

“One sees clearly only with the heart. Anything essential is invisible to the eyes.” Few books have been as universally cherished as The Little Prince, the haunting, lyrical fable that explores the very meaning of life. This deluxe seventieth anniversary gift set includes a hardcover book with the original full-color illustrations, along with two audio CDs (and exclusive download) of the unabridged text, narrated by Academy Award nominee Viggo Mortensen, beloved for his role as Aragorn in The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Rediscover the beloved story that begins with a simple picture and blossoms into a spellbinding adventure. This title has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades 4-5, Stories).

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