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Summary Of The Book Thief By Markus Zusak

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In The Book Thief written by Markus Zusak, beliefs may be challenged due to vulnerable times. The story is centered around a young girl named Liesel. Throughout the story, she questions her judgement about Hitler. Liesel’s perspective changes due to influencing factors which can include people and culture. Liesel’s negative attitude towards Hitler is immediately contradicted by her foster father, Hans Hubermann. “‘I hate the Fuhrer,’ she said. ‘I hate him’... He slapped Liesel Meminger squarely in the face. ‘Don’t ever say that!’ His voice was quiet, but sharp” (Zusak 115-116). Liesel is taught to respect Hitler which then leads her to believe in something that influenced her original opinion. Liesel is a vulnerable ten year old which makes
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