WWII Germany. Death narrates the story of Liesel Meminger, a young foster girl who finds solace in stealing books.
Liesel learns to read with her foster father and shares her stolen treasures, offering comfort during bombings and to a hidden Jewish man.
The Book Thief is a powerful story about the love of language, the resilience of the human spirit, and the enduring power of books even in the darkest times.
Author: Markus Zusak
Format: Paperback
Year: 2007
Pages: 608
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
