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Quote by Antoine de Saint-Exupery

“And the little prince broke into a lovely peal of laughter, which irritated me very much. I like my misfortunes to be taken seriously.”

Quote by Antoine de Saint-Exupery

Book:The Little Prince:

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The Little Prince:

This classic novella explores themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning through the eyes of a young prince who embarks on a journey across the cosmos. The prince meets a cast of eccentric characters, each representing different aspects of human nature, and ultimately finds wisdom in the simplicity of life. more

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Antoine de Saint-Exupery

Antoine de Saint-Exupery was a French writer, poet, and aviator, renowned for his novella 'The Little Prince,' which has been translated into over 300 languages and remains one of the most beloved books worldwide. During World War II, he served as a pilot in the French Air Force, and his mysterious disappearance over the Mediterranean Sea in 1944 remains unsolved. more

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