The Book Thief by Markus Zusak – Historical Fiction & WWII Classic (E)

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak is an international bestselling novel set in Nazi Germany during World War II. Narrated by Death, the story follows Liesel Meminger, a young girl who finds solace in stealing books and sharing them with others, including the Jewish man hidden in her foster family’s basement. Through themes of love, loss, resilience, and the power of words, this profoundly moving tale highlights human strength and compassion in the darkest times of history. A timeless masterpiece, it combines historical fiction with lyrical storytelling that resonates across generations.