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The Book Thief
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It’s just a small story really, about among other things: a girl, some words, an accordionist, some fanatical Germans, a Jewish fist-fighter, and quite a lot of thievery. . . .
Set during World War II in Germany, Markus Zusak’s groundbreaking new novel is the story of Liesel Meminger, a foster girl living outside of Munich. Liesel scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can’t resist–books. With the help of her accordion-playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books with her neighbors during bombing raids as well as with the Jewish man hidden in her basement before he is marched to Dachau.
This is an unforgettable story about the ability of books to feed the soul.
From the Hardcover edition.
DESCRIPTION:
Binding: Paperback
EAN: 9780375842207
ISBN: 0375842209
Label: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 576
Publication Date: 2007-09-11
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
Reading Level: Young Adult
Release Date: 2007-09-11
Studio: Knopf Books for Young Readers
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Summary: Unique Viewpoint...A Masterpiece
Comment: Hmmm...The Book Thief already has 522 5 star reviews, what more is there to add? I'm not sure I can add much, but let me say that if there were 10 stars available that's what I would give it!
What makes The Book Thief different, in my mind, are two things. First, the narration by Death is truly a wonderful twist and unique perspective. Second is the interesting perspective of Leisel, the German girl growing up during WWII and the Holocaust. This isn't the Diary of Anne Frank because she herself is not Jewish nor is she in hiding or at risk for being killed by her own countrymen for who she is (though she is if it is found out she is hiding a Jew). However, this is different than a story told by 'just' a girl living through it, as it has directly affected her since her parents were 'taken away' because her father was a Communist. She has also experienced the death of her young brother. These two factors give the book a fascinating and unique perspective which is utilized to its fullest by the author's masterful writing.
In an interview I read the author said, when asked about his writing style, that he thought it would be wonderful if there were a little twist, a little play of words, a unique descriptive phrase for the reader on each page. He has clearly accomplished that.
Though I haven't read Kurt Vonnegut Jr for many years, I detect a hint of his style here...
In short, one of the best books I have ever read...a definite 5 stars and highly recommended. In fact, I thought it was an important enough book that I bought a hardcover copy to have in the house even though I originally purchased and read it on my Kindle!
Customer Rating:
Summary: Powerful and moving
Comment: This is a book that sneaks up on you. You realize you are seeing the holocaust from a completely different perspective than you ever have and then it becomes apparent that this is a very powerful and effective way to convey the horror and absurdity of war and the way that individual acts can still matter in a sea of military and political uniformity. This is certainly not a children's book nor is it's importance or appeal to be diminished with the label of "young adult" literature. It is literature plain and simple and a rewarding, powerful, enlightening and entertaining read for anyone old enough to appreciate and understand it.
One of the best books I've read this or any other year.
Customer Rating:
Summary: i loved it!
Comment: I loved this book. you become entranced w/ the characters- i cried at the end- by far- one of my all time favorites.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Okayy..
Comment: It was a little long winded for no particular reason...
I liked the book but I think a little less detail would have made it more tolerable.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Terrific read
Comment: This has been reviewed well enough in these pages that I will not go too deeply into it.
It is a very good book. The language is beautiful, the use of foreshadowing and introduction of characters and themes are very expertly done. Use of death as the narrator extremely novel and interesting and it works. It deals with a very difficult and much mined territory very effectively in an absolutely new and interesting way - it is humorous, and profoundly moving. My only gripe is with its being marketed as a book for kids. I think it is a book for everyone older than say thirteen.
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