"The Prince and His Ants" (Ciondolino) is a classic children's story that follows the adventures of a young prince who is magically transformed into an ant. Through this transformation, he gains a new perspective on the world and learns valuable lessons about society, hard work, and the importance of even the smallest creatures. Written by Luigi Bertelli, this enchanting tale combines elements of fantasy and social commentary, making it a timeless read for children of all ages. The prince's journey through the ant colony is filled with whimsical encounters and thought-provoking insights, offering a unique blend of entertainment and education. This delightful story is sure to captivate young readers with its imaginative plot and enduring themes.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.