Antoine de Saint-Exupéry was a French writer and aviator best known for his fairy tale The Little Prince.
He developed a passion for flying at a young age and pursued a career as a pilot in the military and later for commercial airlines.
Saint-Exupéry's experiences as a pilot greatly influenced his writing, with several of his works drawing from his adventures in the air.
He published multiple successful books, including Southern Mail, Night Flight, and Wind, Sand and Stars.
During World War II, Saint-Exupéry flew reconnaissance missions and continued writing.
He disappeared on a flight mission in 1944, leaving behind a legacy of literature that continues to captivate readers worldwide.
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