Who is the narrator of The Book Thief?

The novel is uniquely narrated by Death.

What is the main setting of The Book Thief?

The story takes place in 1939 Nazi Germany, primarily on Himmel Street.

Is The Book Thief part of a series?

No, it is a standalone novel, though this edition includes bonus content for the 10th anniversary.

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A modern classic narrated by Death, set in Nazi Germany during World War II.

Reading guide

This is a standalone novel. No prior reading required.

Follows Liesel Meminger, a foster girl living outside Munich, who scratches out a meager existence 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.

Description

The Book Thief is a No. 1 international bestseller and a modern classic that has captivated millions of readers worldwide. Set in 1939 Nazi Germany, the novel follows Liesel Meminger, a nine-year-old girl living with a foster family on Himmel Street after her parents are taken to a concentration camp. Liesel steals books, finding solace and power in words as the horrors of war unfold around her. It is a poignant historical fiction novel that explores the resilience of the human spirit.

The 10th-anniversary edition features exclusive bonus content, including marked-up manuscript pages, original sketches, and pages from the author's writing notebook. Uniquely narrated by Death, this World War II novel offers a fresh perspective on love, loss, and the transformative power of storytelling. Markus Zusak's masterful prose makes The Book Thief an unforgettable young adult historical fiction book that belongs on every shelf.

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The Book Thief

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