JOICE FITIRA AZKA (30802300028)
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The Little Prince is a timeless story that beautifully combines fantasy, philosophy, and emotion in a simple yet meaningful way. Written by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and first published in 1943, this book may look like a children’s story, but its messages are deeply human and universal. It teaches about love, friendship, loneliness, and the importance of seeing with the heart instead of just with the eyes.
The story follows a pilot who crashes in the Sahara Desert and meets a little boy from another planet—the Little Prince. Through their conversations, we learn about the Prince’s journey to different planets, each inhabited by adults who represent certain human flaws: pride, greed, and obsession with power. These encounters reflect how, as people grow older, they often forget what truly matters in life.
One of the most touching moments is when the Little Prince speaks about his rose. Although the rose is demanding and sometimes selfish, he still loves and misses her deeply. This symbolizes that love is not about perfection, but about responsibility and care for those we love. The rose becomes a metaphor for commitment — that love is meaningful when we choose to nurture it.
What makes this book special is its simplicity. Every page feels poetic, and its language carries wisdom that can touch readers of any age. When I read it, I felt both happiness and sadness — happy because of its gentle lessons, but also sad because it reminds us how adults often lose their sense of wonder. It made me reflect on how I sometimes overlook small beautiful things in daily life.
Overall, The Little Prince is more than just a story — it is a reminder to stay kind, curious, and sincere even as we grow up. The ending leaves a sense of mystery, allowing each reader to imagine their own interpretation. Perhaps that is the beauty of it: the story continues to live in our hearts long after we close the book.
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