The Prince of the Skies
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Average rating4.8
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Ratings2
Average rating4.8
A gripping narrative of friendship and exploration, and an homage to Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, an unforgettable writer who touched the lives of millions of readers, and who was able to see the world through the eyes of a child. In the 1920s, long before he wrote The Little Prince, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry was an accomplished pilot. Along with Jean Mermoz and Henri Guillaumet, he was chosen to pioneer new mail routes across the globe. No distance was too far and no mountain too high—each letter had to reach its destination. The three friends soared through the air, while back on solid ground, they dealt with a world torn apart by wars and political factions.
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A lovely book! With a whimsical undercurrent, the narrative is fitting for Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and at times had the same tone as his book The Little Prince. However, it also doesn't shy away from the realities of the early age of aviation and later war. The other historical characters showcased were also fascinating, especially once they all came together.
