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Summary Of The Book Thief By Markus Zusak

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Six million people were murdered during the Holocaust while The Book Thief, by Markus Zusak, was taking place. Leisel is German, but takes no part in harming any Jewish people. Instead, Liesel and her family keep a Jewish boy in their basement as a favor to Liesel's Papa’s friend. While Leisel is hiding a Jew in the basement, it brings out different sides of her. She lives her life putting others first, while constantly being reminded of her dead brother. Her recurring dreams of her brother connects her with the Jewish boy, Max, because of his similar dreams. Because of Max, Liesel learns to keep secrets, love, and enjoy the little things in life. By risking her life to help hide Max, Liesel grows into a mature, caring human being. Whether
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