Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (1900-1944) was a French aviator, writer, and poet. He is best known for his novella The Little Prince, which has been translated into more than 250 languages and is one of the most-read books in the world. Saint-Exupéry was born in Lyon, France, and was educated at the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He began his career as a pilot in the French Air Force, and later became a commercial pilot for the airline Aéropostale. During this time, he wrote several books about his experiences as a pilot, including Wind, Sand and Stars and Night Flight. In 1939, Saint-Exupéry joined the French Air Force again and flew reconnaissance missions during World War II. He was shot down over the Mediterranean Sea in 1944 and was never seen again. Saint-Exupéry's works have been translated into more than 50 languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide. He is remembered for his lyrical writing style and his ability to capture the beauty and fragility of life.
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