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Another wonderful book of "Little People, Big Dreams".
This series never disappoints. I loved "Le Petit Prince" and I cannot not love this cute book.

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I really enjoy this series and this time it was about the author of the book who literally changed lives and continues to amazes.

I also learnt a lot, I love it when these book surprise me too, not just the little ones.

I just wish the art was... speaking more for itself. At times it was quite confusing and I couldn't connect with it.

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I love reading the Little People Big Dreams series. I liked learning more about Antoine de Saint-Exupery. I read the Little Prince when I was a kid and did not like it, but he seems like he was an interesting man. I don't like how the book said he just disappeared into the clouds instead of saying he died.

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Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

Knowing a little bit more about the author of The Little Prince has been a huge discovery.

I didn´t know much about his life and I feel even more connected now to his book.

This series is great. I will always be my fav!

Thank you for letting me read it!

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This series of books for little ones are always so fun for me to read, and it's such a delight. This one follows the story of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, the author of The Little Prince, one of my favourite stories of all time. As always, I loved to read the story of this famous person and getting to know even more facts about his life, and I loved every second of it. I think it's always very accessible for children, who are the main demography for these little stories. And the pictures are always stunning, one of my favourite parts of these books.

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For anyone who knows Antoine de Saint-Exupery's work, this little picture book is a treasure. The illustrations reference his own unique style. The story is a bit dry but I suppose the author is trying to be accurate and only present known information.

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Antoine de Saint-Exupéry is another great children's story in the Little People, Big Dream series, written by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara. It contains some great illustrations and information that I didn’t know about Antoine. Antoine lived an adventurous life and besides being an author, he was also a pilot. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for my ARC.

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I love these Little People, Big Dreams books so much! I haven't actually read The Little Prince but it's high up on my list of classics I really want to read! Antoine had a really fascinating life and I loved hearing about some of his other books too. I'll be honest I didn't know he'd written any others, or at least not ones that were particularly well-known/popular. I might read some of his others too now. It was also great to find out that a lot were actually heavily inspired by some of his real-life adventures! As always the illustrations were beautiful and the writing perfect to interest your little princes and princesses.

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I always Love Books from the Little People, Big Dreams Collection. I think it is wonderful for children to always read about different types of people and inspire new dreams. This one was especially interested to read that Antoine De Saint-Exupéry loved flying. He learned while in the Army and was against Germany. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for all the rescues he performed. He went on to write the Beloved book, The Little Prince and the theme was about friendship, love, loneliness, and loss. This is something anyone can relate to and told in such a unique way. Love the quote used, “Let your Dream Devour Your Life, Not Your Life Devour Your Dream” Excellent Book and I Really Enjoyed it. Recommend for Book Stores, Libraries, and to be in All Schools.

Thank you NetGalley, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, and Frances Lincoln Publishing for a Copy of this book. I always leave reviews of books I read.

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From the publisher: Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream….The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers.

Because I truly love the story of The Little Prince, learning more about the author’s life interested me. The volume is appropriately illustrated for younger children. However, as with other titles in the series which I have read, I am bewildered how the book are classified as for beginning readers. Some of the vocabulary and details would be mature even for fifth or sixth graders. But clearly they fill a niche for many libraries.

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As someone who grew up with „The little Prince“ as the first book she can remember, I was thrilled about this publication.
As the „Little People“ books usually are, this one, too, is really cute and nice.

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With thanks to the author, publishers Quarto Publishing Group, and NetGalley for providing me with an eARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Another worthwhile installment in the Little People, BIG DREAMS series!

I had not heard of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry or his book The Little Prince, so I found this book very educational. His story as presented is a fascinating one, touching initially on his curiously as a child, then followed by his inability to exist in a ‘normal’ career in adult life and his need for adventure. It then moves on to describe his contribution as a pilot for his native France and his achievements as a writer. Although he died quite young in the service of his country, this book clearly showed the extent of his achievements and accomplishments in that time.

The illustrations in the book were beautiful also as usual, while I always enjoy the timeline presented at the end of all books in this series which gives more info on the book’s subject as well as references to books for those that want to find out more.

Wonderful stuff!

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The 120th picture book in the Little People Big Dreams series introduces us to author, pilot, mailman, and illustrator Antoine Saint-Exupéry - better known as the writer of The Little Prince.

The book opens in Lyon, France in the early 1900s. Antoine zooms around the garden, eyes closed, pretending to fly, while his sisters climb trees and attend teddy bear picnics. He writes poety and draws elaborate plans for a flying bicycle - something not far from a sketch of his future life.

In bold, joyful artwrok, we see him join the military, learn to fly, and become a postal pilot - delivering letters in Europe and Africa; gaining material for later books.

In 1935, Saint-Exupéry and his mechanic famously crash in the Sahara, where they are rescued after four days by a Bedouin. The experience inspires the memoir Wind, Sand and Stars and Saint-Exupéry’s later book The Little Prince.

At the end, he takes his plane on one last flight and never returns: as enigmatic an end as any poem. The final illustration of Saint-Exupéry and the Little Prince admiring the rose and the moon together makes a bittersweet closing image.

'Antoine Saint-Exupêry' is a short, satisfying bedtime read and introduction to the author and his most famous work. His troubles are only very lightly hinted at, and the bright artwork brings energy to his adventures. Lovely cover art and illustrations throughout.

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Another great title from the "Little People, BIG DREAMS" series! I absolutely love "The little prince", it's such a beautiful little book, I didn't know much about Antoine de Saint-Exupery, so I found this book quite educational. As always Ms. Sanchez-Vegara wrote a winner. I am a big fan of all these books, love the writing style and the illustrations. Perfect for both kids who want to learn more about well-known people. :)

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I received an ARC for #AntoinedeSaintExupéry from #NetGalley

One of my favorite author wrote about another favorite author, what a pleasure it is. Antoine was born rich, but always had his curious mind on things, and settled on flying things. Through his adventures, he wrote books, one of most beloved book of Le Petit Prince, written in both French and English by himself. His book is well-loved, yet this is the first time I read about his life. And as usual, the inspiring story of a pilot-turned-writer is well made.

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Here's a children's book about a children's book author-a fascinating concept, right? Antoine de Saint-Exupery, the author of The Little Prince, a children's book that has captivated readers worldwide, is this book's subject. As part of the Little People, BIG DREAMS series, this edition chronicles Antoine's life from his early years to his tragic end during the war. The book's central theme is how Antoine consistently fought to follow his dreams of being in the sky while incessantly pursuing his love for reading and writing. The illustration is whimsical and follows mostly a tone of shades of brown to mirror Antoine's pilot uniform. Antoine de Saint-Exupery's biography for kids is an excellent addition to your collection, inspiring children to follow their dreams just like Antoine did. Whether you're 4 or 94, this book will motivate you to reach for the sky!

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This biography of Antione de Saint-Exupéry made me so emotional! I was very familiar with the children's' classic, The Little Prince, but I didn't know much AT ALL about the author. The beautiful illustrations that accompany the story of his life perfectly capture the heart of this man and his stories. My children and I particularly loved the moment we read how Antoine flew around in circles one day so he could finish reading a story (dangerous yet totally relatable). I never knew about his time serving in the French air force during WWII or his immigration to the US to help war efforts. Nor did I know about his disappearance. This story is a perfect addition to a beloved series!

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This title from the Little People, Big Dreams series is adorable, looking back on the author of The Little Prince and how he achieved his favorite dream. The illustrations are on point!

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TL;DR: A beautifully illustrated and inspiring read, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry brings the life of the beloved author and pilot to young readers. Five stars!

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is a delightful addition to the Little People, BIG DREAMS series. This charming biography introduces young readers to the remarkable life of the pilot and writer, detailing his adventurous spirit and dreams of flying.

The stylish illustrations beautifully complement the text, making it a captivating experience. I love how the book highlights Antoine’s struggles and triumphs, and how they shaped his writing.

This book inspires children to follow their dreams and reminds them that extraordinary individuals start as curious little ones. With extra facts and a biographical timeline included, this read is both engaging and educational. Five stars for this enchanting journey into the life of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry!

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Another fantastic book in the series, coming out on 5 November.

My four-year-old and nine-year-old both love the Little People, Big Dreams series. This latest book focuses on the life of author, artist and aviator Antoine de Saint-Exupéry presenting his childhood and career with simple text and beautiful illustrations reminiscent of the style used in de Saint-Exupéry's famous children's book, The Little Prince.

A recommended read for fans of The Little Prince and fun educational reads for children.


Thank you to Netgalley and Quarto Publishing Group for providing me with a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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