Somehow I only recently came across this book, and that only in a reference by a book listing ten books I should read. This was listed along with "War and Peace", "Atlas Shrugged", and "Fountainhead". Being a tad lazy I thought a children's book would be the easiest to start with. What a shock to discover the wisdom within these pages.
I can see why some have read this multiple times, as I am sure each read brings out new thoughts and feelings. For me the book can be summed in the cliche, "stop and smell the roses". While there is so much more to it, the essence is simple.
I won't be able to look up in the night sky and see all the stars without smiling and thinking which one belongs to the little prince.
As a classic I can't help but give it five stars, and will commit to reading it at least twice a year from now on.
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PROSThe book is exactly as depicted in the description. Be sure to take the "look inside" tour on Amazon. Even without the dust cover the canvas cover is very pretty, and the gold star in the top right corner is ever so sweet. (The only distraction on the entire cover is the publisher logo "HMH" on the titled edge, see pic)The very first and last pages appear to be matt paper and are great for writing a message to the recipient of this precious book. The rest of the pages are close to what I consider an eggshell finish, not matt, not super glossy, but just right.There are several different editions of this book & after reviewing them all I decided on this simple classic version without the "background info" or the "pop-up" illsustrations. I have seen editions with more color in the illustrations but I personally prefer the illustrations in this book.If you are only buying one edition I suggest you do a bit of research to determine your personal preference for translations & illustrations.CONSThere was slight damage to some edges & the corners of the book.As I researched different editions of this book I read about various translations. Sadly many critics have voiced that translations significantly impact some of the authors meaning and nuance (from what I have read this applies to all translations to date). Preference for translations vary widely so if you're picky, the only way to tell which you would personally prefer would be to read them all & decide for yourself. Some translations are out of print and would need to be purchased used.
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Valmidenio Barros
Essa tradução é A melhor que existe
Reviewed in Brazil 🇧🇷 on February 23, 2020
rafael c.
Un bello clásico siempre vigente.
Reviewed in Mexico 🇲🇽 on November 15, 2020Miguel Angel Flores
Una edición perfecta para regalar, la pasta dura tiene un acabado muy bonito
Reviewed in Mexico 🇲🇽 on May 25, 2018
