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Le Petit Prince

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
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Le Petit Prince

Fiction | Novel | Published in 1943

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Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Le Petit Prince

Fiction | Novel | Published in 1943
Book Details
Pages

119

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Sahara Desert • 1940s

Publication Year

1943

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry revolves around a young prince who travels from planet to planet, meeting various inhabitants. Through these encounters, the prince learns about relationships, human nature, and the importance of seeing with the heart. The story is a reflective, philosophical tale.

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Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry is widely praised for its poetic storytelling and profound themes. Readers appreciate its exploration of innocence, love, and human nature, making it a timeless read. Criticisms are rare but include the allegorical style, which some find overly simplistic. Overall, it remains a beloved classic of both children’s and adult literature.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Le Petit Prince?

Fans of Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry typically enjoy introspective, allegorical tales interwoven with themes of love, loss, and the innocence of childhood. Similar readers appreciate Charlotte's Web by E.B. White or The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho for their profound life lessons and enchanting storytelling.

Book Details
Pages

119

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Sahara Desert • 1940s

Publication Year

1943

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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