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I made a friend and now he is unique to me in all the world . . . Introduce young readers to one of the most beloved stories of all time with The Little Prince for Children, a beautifully adapted edition of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's timeless...
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Share the wonderful story of The Little Prince with younger readers.
Based on the original text by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.
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I made a friend and now he is unique to me in all the world . . .
Introduce young readers to one of the most beloved stories of all time with The Little Prince for Children, a beautifully adapted edition of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's timeless classic, reimagined for a younger audience.
This enchanting children's version preserves the magic, wonder and gentle wisdom of the original tale, while presenting it in a format that is accessible, engaging and easy to understand for early readers. Through The Little Prince's extraordinary journey across planets - meeting unforgettable characters along the way - children discover meaningful lessons about friendship, kindness, imagination and seeing the world with an open heart.
Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom storytelling or independent reading, this lovely hardcover edition helps nurture emotional intelligence and curiosity while introducing children to a literary classic.
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ISBN: 9781408378359
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 22 October 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Orchard Books
Audience: Children
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Width: 193.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 24
About the Author
Antoine de Saint-Exupery (1900-1944) was a celebrated French aviator, writer and poet whose life and works combined a passion for aviation with profound, philosophical reflections on humanity, courage, and existence. He is best known as the author of the beloved classic, The Little Prince (Le Petit Prince).
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