The Little Prince (Collector's Edition)

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Few books have been as universally cherished by children and adults alike as The Little Prince.

A beautiful gift edition of this touching and wise classic children's book, with the original translation by Katherine Woods and full-colour illustrations.
A pilot stranded in the desert awakes one morning to see the most extraordinary little fellow standing before him. Please, asks the stranger, draw me a sheep.

And the pilot realises that when lifes events are too difficult to understand, there is no choice but to succumb to their mysteries. He pulls out a pencil and paper and thus begins this wise and enchanting fable that, in teaching the secret of what is really important in life, has changed the world forever for its readers.

This stunning new edition of the classic children's book The Little Prince, includes the classic English translation by Katherine Woods and original colour illustrations which will capture the hearts of readers of all ages.

Featuring bonus non-fiction content, exploring the history of The Little Prince, the real-life plane crash that inspired the story, the life of the author and more!

Antoine de Saint-Exupry (1900-1944) was born in Lyons, France. He wrote The Little Prince in the United States during a two-year self-imposed exile from occupied France. A year after the books publication in 1943, Saint-Exupry disappeared over the Mediterranean while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron. Best known throughout the world as the author and illustrator of The Little Prince, Saint-Exupry wrote several other books that have also become classics of world literature.

Katherine Woods (1886-1968) produced the original English translation of The Little Prince in 1943. It was later followed by several other English translations, but her classic translation is treasured by fans and is often considered to be the definitive English translation. Her poetic translation perfectly captures the enchantment and charm of Saint-Exuprys storytelling.

Reviews

Its never too soon to hear that we dont know what weve got till its gone, and this pair (and the spirit of Saint-Exupry) land that message in style. Alex OConnell, The Times

The first picture book adaptation of the classic fable captures its spirit of poetic mysteriousness with beautifully immersive visuals. The I

Retaining the essence of the original story, but pairing it back enough to make it accessible to children makes its key messages shine through. The Little Prince is as charming as ever, and Massinis artwork superbly captures the surreal world he inhabits. Perfect for curious young readers, its a story that will stay with them long after the final page has turned. The Scotsman

A thing of beauty, mysterious and poetic both verbally and visually. Red Reading Hub

Contemporary but timeless illustrations, a perfect way to bring a classic to the next generation. @bookgiftblogger

Author Bio

Antoine de Saint-Exupry (1900-1944) was born in Lyons, France. He wrote The Little Prince in the United States during a two-year self-imposed exile from occupied France. A year after the books publication in 1943, Saint-Exupry disappeared over the Mediterranean while flying a reconnaissance mission for his French air squadron. Best known throughout the world as the author and illustrator of The Little Prince, Saint-Exupry wrote several other books that have also become classics of world literature.