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More Than Words: The Symbolism of Sandpaper and Sketches in Markus Zusak’s Classic

“To tell you the truth,” Papa explained upfront, “I am not such a good‎reader myself.”‎But it didn’t matter that he read slowly. If anything, it might have‎helped that his own reading pace was slower than average. Perhaps it‎would cause less frustration in coping with the girl’s lack of ability.‎Still, initially, Hans appeared a little uncomfortable […]

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Spit, Soccer, and Survival: The Brutal & Brilliant World of “The Book Thief”

get rid of all that fur? It’s everywhere!” Helena Schmidt was a rich widow. “That old cripple—sitting there just wasting away. She’s never had to do a day’s work in all her life.” Rosa’s greatest disdain, however, was reserved for 8 Grande Strasse. A large house, high on a hill, in the upper part of

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