November 3, 2009
THE BOOK THIEF by Markus Zusak
Not everyone living in Germany during WWII was a Nazi, some were book thieves. And how do we know this? Our friend Death, the narrator of this novel tells us so. Death is overworked and under appreciated during this most difficult time. The Book Thief is the coming of age saga of Leisel Memminger and her special story of how she endures daily life under very difficult circumstances. Leisel wins the affections of her foster father and mother, the young Jew the family is hiding in the basement, her next door neighbor Rudy and even Death. It is with wit and black humor that the author Markus Zusak approaches the story. The rich imagery he conjures makes it a story not easily forgotten.
I RECOMMEND THIS BOOK FOR HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS AND SENIORS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN WORLD WAR II.
Mrs. Sayan
Young Adult Librarian
Posted by fjacksonem at November 3, 2009 11:42 AM