The Little Prince

Style and Technique

«The Little Prince» by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry is a work written in the genre of a philosophical tale. A distinctive feature of the language is its simplicity and metaphorical nature, making the book accessible to both children and adults. The author uses allegorical images and symbols to convey deep philosophical ideas about the meaning of life, human values, and relationships. The structure of the story is non-linear, containing a series of episodes in which the Little Prince visits various planets and meets diverse characters, each symbolizing certain human traits and societal phenomena. Literary devices such as repetition, contrast, and antithesis are actively used to enhance the expressiveness and emotional richness of the text.