"The Little Prince" is a well-known French children's classic. The moment I caught sight of it in the English bookstore I frequent here in Paris, it was in my arms ready to be purchased.
When a pilot is forced to land in the middle of the Sahara due to problems with his plane, he finds himself face to face with the Little Prince, a small boy who has travelled from a far distant planet to get away from a haughty flower that has made him upset. It has been over a year since he arrived on Earth and, as the pilot soon discovers, he has learned much in his time away from home. And his wisdom, straight from the mouth of such an innocent little prince, is invaluable.
But the Little Prince longs for home, for he has been gone long enough. Yet how can the pilot bear to let go of such a precious treasure as the boy has proven to be?
I can definitely see why this is a classic. It was such a joy to read! It was heartwarming and altogether sweet, though I must warn you that it's conclusion is a bit sad. The artwork, done by the author himself, is as superb as the writing. It truly rounds out the story perfectly.
There's not really much more to say about it other than the fact that I absolutely adored it. It's short and a quick read, but perfect for reading time and again to younger children just as it is perfect for a quick read for those of us grown-ups who still love a good story. I'll definitely be reading this to all the little kids in my life very soon. I can't wait to share "The Little Prince" with them.
Rating: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥
"It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye."
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