For decades the story of a small prince living literally in his own world has captivated millions of readers, young and old. Le Petit Prince tells the story of a stranded pilot who meets a young prince, and in many ways the story mirrors the inspirational and bittersweet life of the author, Antoine Saint-Exupery. As we are introduced to the world the Little Prince through the narrator, we are taught and reminded of some of life’s greatest lessons – we are responsible for the things we tame, if we are not careful the “baobabs” (weeds) in our lives will take over, and that the things we love the most can hurt us the most. Above all though, the book shows us that: “On ne voit bien qu'avec le cœur. L'essentiel est invisible pour les yeux.” (One only sees with the heart. What is essential is invisible to the eye.)

~ Erin Russ

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