
2016
601-700 Pages
Paperback
Mystery And Thriller Novels Books
The Book Thief
Markus Zusak
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9781909531611
Thriller & Mystery
Random House
30 September 2016
English
India
Name : The Book Thief - Markus Zusak
Author : Markus Zusak
Book Format : Paperback
Edition : 30 September 2016
Genre : Thriller & Mystery
ISBN : 9781909531611
Language : English
Pages : 601-700 Pages
Publish Year : 2016
Publisher : Random House
Sub Genre : Mystery And Thriller Novels Books
The year is 1939, and Nazi Germany holds its breath in the grip of uncertainty. Death itself has never been more occupied, and its workload is set to increase further.
Standing by her brother's graveside, Liesel's existence takes an irrevocable turn as she retrieves a solitary item, partially concealed within the snow. It's "The Gravedigger's Handbook," inadvertently left behind, and this small act marks her initiation into the realm of book thievery. This singular event sets in motion a profound attachment to books and language. Guided by her foster father's melodious accordion tunes, Liesel embarks on a journey of learning to read. Her passion extends to pilfering books from Nazi book-burning events, the mayor's wife's personal library, and any place where books can be found.
Nevertheless, these are perilous times. As Liesel's foster family shelters a Jewish individual within their basement, her world expands and contracts simultaneously.
With skillfully wrought prose that radiates intensity, Markus Zusak, an award-winning author, presents us with a tale that endures across generations, capturing the essence of an era.
Country of Origin : India
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