Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
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Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (1900-1944) was a French writer, poet, and aviator. He is best known for his novella The Little Prince, which has been translated into over 250 languages and is one of the best-selling books of all time. He was also a pioneering aviator, making several long-distance flights and setting several records. He was a member of the French Air Force during World War II and was shot down over the Mediterranean Sea in 1944. His works have been praised for their poetic style and philosophical themes, and he is remembered as a symbol of courage and perseverance.
