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The Book Thief

Name: The Book Thief
ISBN: 9780552773898

By Markus Zusak

Adjectives

poignant heart-wrenching thought-provoking

Genres

Historical Fiction Classics Friendship/Family

What is The Book Thief about?

In 1939 Nazi Germany, nine-year-old Liesel Meminger is sent to live with foster parents on Himmel Street after her mother is taken away. Amidst the horrors of war, Liesel finds solace in stealing books and sharing them with her neighbours and the Jewish man hidden in her basement. Narrated by Death, this poignant tale explores the power of words and the resilience of the human spirit.

About the author

Markus Zusak is a talented author from Australia who loves telling exciting and imaginative stories. He is best known for writing 'The Book Thief', a popular novel enjoyed by readers around the world. Markus enjoys reading and creating unique characters, inspiring young people to discover the joy of books and storytelling.

Pages

553 pages

Reading age

Teen/Young Adult (12-18)

Edition published

2007

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