French writer and aviator. He is most famous for his novella The Little Prince, and is also well known for his books about aviation adventures, including Night Flight and Wind, Sand and Stars. Signed book: Flight to Arras. First edition, first printing, Reynal and Hitchcock, 1942. Hardcover with slipcase, 6 x 8.5, 255 pages. Signed on the limitations page in blackink, indicating this is a limited edition of 5000 copies, this being number 34. In fine condition, with some light wear to slipcase. R&R COA.