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by: Markus Zusak
Binding: Paperback
EAN: 9780385613385
Format: Import
ISBN: 0385613385
Label: Doubleday
Manufacturer: Doubleday
Number Of Pages: 592
Publication Date: July 02, 2007
Publisher: Doubleday
Sales Rank: 4308841
Studio: Doubleday
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Customer Reviews
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Rating:  - Time well stolen
I really didn't know what I was getting into when I bought this book based solely on the buzz I was hearing about it. I had heard it was set in WWII Germany and the narrator was Death. With that very small introduction, I dove into the book.
Writing Style
For the most part, I really enjoyed the writing style.
The descriptions were vivid and gripping. The language was fluid and natural while also being engrossing and emotional. I often felt very connected to Liesel ... Read More
Rating: - The Book Thief: Insatiable for words
I was initially intrigued by the idea of death recounting the story of the little girl known as the "book thief." That is what drew me to this book.
I don't read many novels anymore, but when I do, I hope to find something entertaining. Or perhaps it could offer a refreshing new style (e.g. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time). Ideally, I also want to learn something new about the world around me, such as a historical period, a certain culture, or the human condition. ... Read More
Rating:  - What a Change of Pace
I read this book based on a friend's recommendation and I absolutely loved it. Zusak's style of writing, I found, was incredibly original. A definite page turner. I can't believe that people found this book to be confusing -- maybe out of the ordinary, but that was the beauty of it. A definite must read for adults.
Rating: - This is a beautiful book!
I just finished reading The Book Thief and absolutely loved it. The only thing I do not understand is why it is billed as a 'young adult' novel. The content is serious and often quite disturbing. At no time did I feel like I was reading a 'teen' book. This is something that should be read by teens and adults alike.
I won't give a summary of the story - you can read that on the description of the book above. Just know that this is a beautiful book. I loved the writing style and ... Read More
Rating: - Spectacular
This is the best book I have read in years, and I am an avid reader. There are stunning bits of poetry on nearly every page. The "word pictures" as my 8-year-old calls them are elegant & positively evocative of the characters and setting. It was fun to recognize so many German phrases. And Hans is perhaps my favorite hero of fiction. My heart broke reading this book, not just because of tragedies, but because of the kindness and humanity of Hans Hubermann. I have recommended this book to everybody ... Read More
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