El Principito

This is the story of a story for all ages and all times; this is the chronicle of a philosophical tale that has marked, and changed, generations of enthusiastic readers; this is the saga of a cult book, the best-selling book in the world after the Bible... Discover the incredible fate of Saint-Exupéry's masterpiece, from its first publication in 1943 in the United States, to its adaptation as animated film. Made in collaboration with the greatest experts, this illustrated encyclopedia brings together all the facets of The Little Prince: the ins and outs of its writing and its publication, rare drawings by the author, photos of the original manuscript and the secrets of the unpublished chapter, the guide to all the characters main characters, settings and objects... Likewise, this official album recounts for the first time the many tributes made around this admirable novel: movies and cartoons, musical shows and comics, derivative products... The little Prince. Illustrated Encyclopedia celebrates one of the greatest heroes of world cultural heritage as it deserves.