The Book Thief (novel)

"The Book Thief," by Markus Zusak, is a historical novel set in Nazi Germany, narrated by Death. It follows a young girl named Liesel Meminger, who finds solace in stealing books to escape the harsh realities of her life, including the loss of her brother and the challenges of living with a foster family. As World War II unfolds, Liesel forms deep bonds with her adoptive parents and a Jewish man they hide in their basement. The story explores themes of mortality, the power of words, and the resilience of the human spirit amidst suffering and loss.