Wind, Sand and Stars
Wind, Sand and Stars
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Naval Ravikant
One of my all time favorite books. I quote it all the time. - Naval Ravikant
Patrick Collison
Patrick Collison labeled this book "substantially above average."
Edward Norton
A great [book]. - Edward Norton
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Wind, Sand and Stars

Wind, Sand and Stars

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
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Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
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In "Wind, Sand and Stars," Antoine de Saint-Exupéry crafts an exhilarating narrative that transcends the boundaries of mere adventure, guiding the reader through the ethereal realms of the skies. With the cockpit of his plane as the vantage point, Saint-Exupéry explores the profound solitude and the stark, breathtaking vistas that come with the territory of early aviation. His tale is one of peril and awe, where the vast deserts and the boundless heavens merge into a canvas of human vulnerability and the relentless pursuit of understanding. Through his eyes, we witness the indomitable spirit of humanity, as pilots navigate the treacherous paths between the earth and the stars, confronting the elemental forces of nature with courage and reverence. Yet, "Wind, Sand and Stars" is more than an account of aerial exploits; it is a poetic meditation on life, friendship, and the interconnectedness of all beings. Saint-Exupéry's prose, imbued with philosophical reflections and heartfelt anecdotes, elevates the narrative to a spiritual journey, inviting readers to ponder their place in the universe and the bonds that tie them to their fellow adventurers on this earth. The book stands as a testament to the beauty of human endeavor, the tragedy of loss, and the eternal quest for meaning in the vast, uncharted territories of existence. It remains a timeless ode to the dreams that propel us skyward and the enduring power of storytelling to illuminate the core of our being.

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Released
1939
6 Feb
Length
229
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A great [book]. - Edward Norton
Patrick Collison labeled this book "substantially above average."
One of my all time favorite books. I quote it all the time. - Naval Ravikant
Nothing, in truth, can ever replace a lost companion. Old comrades cannot be manufactured. There is nothing that can equal the treasure of so many shared memories, so many bad times endured together, so many quarrels, reconciliations, heartfelt impulses. Friendships like that cannot be reconstructed. If you plant an oak, you will hope in vain to sit soon under its shade.For such is life. We grow rich as we plant through the early years, but then come the years when time undoes our work and cuts down our trees. One by one our comrades deprive us of their shade, and within our mourning we always feel now the secret grief of growing old.If I search among my memories for those whose taste is lasting, if I write the balance sheet of the moments that truly counted, I surely find those that no fortune could have bought me. You cannot buy the friendship of a companion bound to you forever by ordeals endured together.
— Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Wind, Sand and Stars

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