Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Philosophy
  • Antoine de Saint-Exupéry was a French writer and aviator best known for his fairy tale The Little Prince.

  • He developed a passion for flying at a young age and pursued a career as a pilot in the military and later for commercial airlines.

  • Saint-Exupéry's experiences as a pilot greatly influenced his writing, with several of his works drawing from his adventures in the air.

  • He published multiple successful books, including Southern Mail, Night Flight, and Wind, Sand and Stars.

  • During World War II, Saint-Exupéry flew reconnaissance missions and continued writing.

  • He disappeared on a flight mission in 1944, leaving behind a legacy of literature that continues to captivate readers worldwide.

Books by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry