In "The Little Prince," a conversation highlights the absurdity of claiming ownership over celestial bodies like stars. A businessman insists on his right to own them, while the narrator questions the feasibility and ethics of such claims. This exchange raises philosophical questions about property and the inherent nature of the universe.

The businessman's irritation reflects a broader societal issue: the tendency to commodify everything, even that which is inherently unownable. The narrator suggests that stars belong to no one, emphasizing their beauty and wonder as communal treasures rather than personal possessions.