Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
- Born:
- June 29, 1900, Lyon, France
- Died:
- July 31, 1944 (presumed), Mediterranean Sea
- Nationality:
- French
- Profession(s):
- Writer, Poet, Aviator, Military Pilot
Early Life and Education
- Born into an aristocratic family.
- Educated at Jesuit school in Montgré and Saint-Louis boarding school in Fribourg, Switzerland.
- Failed the entrance exam to the École Navale.
- Began private pilot training in 1921.
Career and Major Achievements
- Served in the French Air Force in 1922.
- Pioneer of airmail routes, particularly in South America and Africa, working for Aéropostale.
- Flew dangerous routes across the Andes and the Sahara Desert.
- Served as a reconnaissance pilot during World War II.
- Disappeared on a reconnaissance mission over the Mediterranean Sea in 1944.
Notable Works
- Courrier Sud (Southern Mail), 1929
- Vol de Nuit (Night Flight), 1931
- Terre des Hommes (Wind, Sand and Stars), 1939
- Pilote de Guerre (Flight to Arras), 1942
- Le Petit Prince (The Little Prince), 1943
Legacy and Impact
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry left a lasting legacy as both a pioneering aviator and a celebrated author. His works, particularly The Little Prince, continue to be read and cherished worldwide, exploring themes of humanity, friendship, and the importance of looking beyond the surface.
The Little Prince Adaptations
| Title | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|
| The Little Prince | Film | 1974 |
| The Little Prince (Le Petit Prince) | Animated TV Series | 2010-2019 |
| The Little Prince | Animated Film | 2015 |