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The Snows of Stalingrad (Power of Words)

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The Snows of Stalingrad (Power of Words)

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"The humans, too, are wearing patches of snow on their heads and shoulders. The brother shivers. The women weeps" (Zusak 471).

Many people are dying in WWII and their ashes are represented as snowflakes falling above soldiers heads. Women are very sad about death they may have to deal with in their family. This quote is an example of symbolism because the snow represents ashes. Zusak uses the power of words to represent the strong and sad feelings people feel toward the war and all of the death related to it.

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"It kills me sometimes, how people die" (Zusak 464).

Hans had seen lots of death while helping out with the war effort. He believed that knowing how people die kills him. This is a synecdoche because it sums up the fact that Hans strongly dislikes handling dead bodies. This use of power of words describes the harsh environment of what everyone in the war is experiencing.

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"She must have said it a hundred times as she hugged him in the kitchen and wouldn't let go" (Zusak 493).

Hans had returned home after the war effort and Liesel and Rosa are extremely happy. She hugged him and showed him how much she missed him. This quote is a hyperbole because she truly didn't say how much she liked him a hundred times. Liesel never gave up hope of her father surviving as she waited for him to return home because she loves him.

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One Toolbox, One Bleeder, One Bear (Perseverance and Relationships)

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One Toolbox, One Bleeder, One Bear (Perseverance and Relationships)

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"Frau Holtzapfel, we have to go. Frau Holtzapfel, we'll die if we stay here" (Zusak 486)

Frau's son had got blown up while fighting in WWII. More air raid have returned to Munich too. Frau refuses to go to the shelter because she wants to die when thinking about the fact that her kid is dead. This quote is parallelism because the words "Frau Holtzapfel" are repeated to create a sense of urgency. Frau cares so deeply for her son that she is willing to die at the fact that he is dead.

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The Bitter Taste of Questions (Beauty and Brutality)

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The Bitter Taste of Questions (Beauty and Brutality)

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"Rosa mase her read it aloud, and they could not contain their excitement when Liesel read about his broken leg" (Zusak 479).

Rosa and Liesel received a letter in the mail about how Hans had broken his leg and was coming home. This is a juxtaposition because readers would think they it is sad to break a leg, when in this case it was great because Hans was able to come home.

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"His hand reached in and collared what was now a soggy block of cardboard and paper...'How about a kiss Saumensch?' " (Zusak 303).

Viktor took Liesel's favorite book, The Whistler, and threw it into the water. Rudy cares deeply for Liesel so he knew he had to get it for her. Afterwards he asks her for a kiss. This quote is an example of symbolism. Rudy getting the book for her displays how much he cares about her and is willing to help her. His actions are speaking louder than his words. Zusak uses this quote to display how much Rudy likes Liesel. When people truly care for others, their true colors show and they tend to do little favors and cute actions.

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" ' When was the Fubrer born,' Rudy looked up. 'Sorry?'...'When was the Fubrer born?' " (Zusak 296-298).

Rudy stuck up for his friend Tommy when he kept messing up marches at the Hitler Youth Camp. All the other boys surrounded him and tried to beat him up and quiz him by asking what Hitler's birthday was. Rudy stayed silent. This is an example of parallelism because the sentence was repeated multiple times to convey the importance that the question served when testing Rudy's knowledge and commitment to Hitler Youth. Zusak uses this quote to explain that such small mistakes can lead to people being criticised. Life is not always fair.

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"'Look at me. I'm filthy. I stink like cow shit, or dog shit, whatever your opinion, and as usual, I'm absolutely starving'" (Zusak 283).

Rudy went to a Hitler Youth Camp and got covered in poop. He is starting to truly dislike Hitler's camp on a deeper level. On top of that, he is starving. This is a simile because it is comparing himself to poop. The author uses that quote to explain the harsh conditions that even those in Hitler Youth are still struggling.

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"'Holy Christ,' Liesel gasped. 'You scared me, Max (Zusak 281).

Liesel went into the basement to see Max. Max was asleep, but she saw a book with his drawings in it and was frightened. She was scared because the picture was of hitler at the top of a mound of dead bodies. In the future, Max could be a part of that because he is Jewish. That was an example of symbolism because the mound of bodies doesn't only represent a few people, instead, it represents the mass amount of murders, potentially involving Max in the future. The author uses this quote to portray to the audience insight about what those in hiding may be feeling.

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The Losers (Beauty And Brutality of Life)

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The Losers (Beauty And Brutality of Life)

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"The trees they'd imagined to be swollen with fruit were fail and injured-looking, with only a small array of apples hanging from the miserly of each branch" (Zusak 275).

Liesel and Rudy were walking together near an orchard and noticed that there is barely any fruit. This is because food is scarce because no one can afford anything. Everyone is starving. This quote is a hyperbole, because it is impossible for a tree to actually be swollen with fruit. Zusak uses this quote to portray to the audience how truly scarce food was during the mid 1900s. Even trees had little to no fruit left. When people are starving they will get their hands on anything.

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"'It's all my fault,' but Rudy waved him away...'It's my-' Tommy tried again, but Rudy broke the sentence completely and pointed at him" (Zusak 270).

Tommy has hearing problems and keeps messing up with marching at Hitler Youth. Rudy stands up for him and Tommy feels bad because it is his fault for not doing great and getting them into trouble. This is an example of parallelism because "It's my" was repeated. This example of parallelism was used to describe how sorry Tommy truly is. The author uses this quote to describe that many people make mistakes that may affect other people. Forgiveness is important in the process.

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The Gamblers (A Seven-Sided Die) (Power of Words)

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The Gamblers (A Seven-Sided Die) (Power of Words)

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"Of course, I'm being rude. I'm spoiling the ending, not only of the entire book, but of this particular piece of it. I have given you two events in advance because I don't have much interest in building mystery. Mystery bores me. It chores me. I know what happens and so do you" (Zusak 243).

Death is referring to Rudy's death and explaining that he does not care if he spoiled it or not. He does not like mystery, and therefore, he will spoil everything. This was an anecdote because Death explained a narrative of himself about how he doesn't like mysteries and explains the incident involving Rudy. His power of words shows his dominance and how he doesn't care much about what others think. The author incorporated this quote in the book to illustrate to the readers that Rudy will in fact die. There is always going to be events that are a shock, surprising, or sad.

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The Floating Book (Perseverance and Relationships)

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The Floating Book (Perseverance and Relationships)

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"I would, that Rudy dies that very same day, of hypothermia" (Zusak 242). Rudy, Liesel's friend ends up dying due to hypothermia. Rudy will continue to fight for his life. This is foreshadowing, but also situational irony. This is because because Rudy is blonde and blue-eyed, the least likely to die during this time. This is because Hitler was against dark hair and eyed Jewish people. The author uses the quote to convey to the audience that not everything is as it seems. In life, everyone will experience hardships.

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Tricksters (Beauty and brutality of life)

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Tricksters (Beauty and brutality of life)

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"When they made it to safe ground, fighting to suck the air into their lungs, they sat down..." (Zusak 166).

Lisel, Rudy and Arthur her friends had snuck into a farmers land to steal goods like apples and potatoes. The man began to chase them. This is an example of personification. Their lungs cannot physically fight to get air. They are unable to punch or fight. Zusak illustrates how kids during the mid 1900s would do anything to get food into their hands since families most likely couldn't afford it.

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The Struggler, Continued (power of words)

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The Struggler, Continued (power of words)

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"In front of him, he read from the copy of Mein Kampf" (Zusak 157).

The book Mein Kampf written by Adolf Hitler, the fuhrer was produced and in the Hubermanns household. It was about his struggle. This was an allusion. This is because the book is referring to another book that Hitler wrote during his time in jail. Zusak describes that a man writing a book can turn into a powerhouse who kills people. Never underestimate anyone.

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"'Heil Hitler'...'Heil Hitler,' she responded, straightening taller behind the counter" (Zusak 155).

Lisel and Rudy entered a store after ?getting? money. The walked into Frau Diller's shop and had to say "Heil Hitler." If they didn't say those words upon entering, they would've probably been kicked out. This was parallelism because of the repeditivenes of the statement "heil Hitler." Zusak is portraying that something as simple as words can determine an outcome for a situation.

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"The books were scattered around her...after forty minutes, she left. Every title was returned to its place" (Zusak 144).

Liesel looked at the mayor's wife's' books and took them out. Instead of stealing them, she put them back. This is a hyperbole. It is highly unlikely that every single book was put back to where it was first found. Zusak explains that even people who steal can appreciate objects and belongings.

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The Mayor's Library (Beauty and Brutality of life)

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The Mayor's Library (Beauty and Brutality of life)

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"It felt like magic, like beauty, as bright lines of light shone down from a chandelier. Several times she almost pulled a title from its place but didn't disturb them" (Zusak 135).

Liesel thought the mayor's wife had seen her steal books and was scared to go to their house to get the laundry. The mayor's wife ended up showing her all of her books. Zusak describes that some people will be rude to others, while others will stick to displaying moral beliefs.

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"It was obvious the girl had stolen it from the fire...and Hans Hubermann opened it up. Pages thirty eight and thirty nine" (Zusak 125).

Despite it being a "crime" to steal a Jewish book during that time, Papa still read the book to Liesel. This is an example of juxtaposition because the book was burned because it was deemed unworthy because it was written by Jewish people. All the while, Hans still opens it up and read it. Zusak described that sometimes people will do what's right by teaching their children to not always follow social standards.

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Book of Fire (Beauty and Brutality of Life)

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Book of Fire (Beauty and Brutality of Life)

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"By the time she made it back to Papa and Wolfgang Edel, the book was starting to burn her. It seemed to be igniting. Both men looked at her" (Zusak 120).

Liesel went to where books were burned and found some that were wet that didn't get burned. She realized that a couple men had saw her. It was incredible for Liesel to find books that hadn't been ruined and to preserve them. Although, it was sad that the books were burned in the first place. Zusak is conveying that in life there will always be horrible events that occur, but many great people choose to make a difference.

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"'Did the Fubrer take [my mom] away?'...He said, 'I think he might have, yes.'...'I hate him'" (Zusak 115).

Liesel is asking Papa if Hitler took her real mom away and he says yes. This causes her to feel anger and hate towards Hitler even though thinking that at the time is dangerous. She uses her words to express her feelings though. Zusak uses those words to portray to the audience that many people had strong either positive or negative thoughts about Hitler. The same opinions can occur between peers.

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100 Percent German Sweat (Power of Words)

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100 Percent German Sweat (Power of Words)

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"Up until now, at the BDM, they had been told that Germany was the superior race, but no one else in particular had been mentioned. Of course, everyone knew about the Jews, as they were the main offender in regard to violating the German ideal" (Zusak 110-111).

Recently, the Nazi have been degrading other races and religions like the Jews. Liesel thinks of her mother, father, and brother during this time and how Hitler is the one incharge of them missing or dying. Zusak included this in his book to describe the real events that people had to deal with in World War II.

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"'Mistakes? I've made many mistakes in my life, but not joining the Nazi Party isn't one of them'" (Zusak 104).

Hans is speaking with his child Hans Junior, a Nazi member. Hans had previously spoken about how he tried to join, but now Hans Junior is upset because he still hasn't. The truth is Hans doesn't want to join it which creates anger between them. Hans is speaking up to what he believes in despite it ruining his son and his relationship. Zusak describes that some people use their words and opinions to stand up for what they believe in. This is the start for making a difference.

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Dead Letters (Perseverance and Relationships)

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Dead Letters (Perseverance and Relationships)

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"The floor was cold, especially against her cheek, but she was unable to move...For nearly an hour she remained, spread out under the kitchen table, till Papa came home and played the accordion" (Zusak 99).

Liesel had been trying to send her real mother letters, but then found out that her mother has died. She lays on the floor for a long time, unable to move and just completely shocked and upset that her real mother is no longer with her. Papa comes over and cheers her up with his accordion playing. No matter how hard Liesels life got, her Papa is still there to support her. He will never give up to make her happy. Zusak describes that no matter the circumstance, people in life will be there to build other people up that they care about.

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"...Liesel began writing immediately...it took three hours and six drafts to perfect her letter, telling her mother all about Molching, her papa, and his accordion, the strange but true ways of Rudy Steiner, and the exploits of Rosa Hubermann (Zusak 85).

Liesel's class began writing letters to people. She chose to write to her real mom and spent so much time on it. She used her power of words and learning to write to attempt to send a message to her dear mother that she misses so much. Zusak illustrates that people can use their resources and words to speak to others. It can make a difference in their lives.

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The Joy of Cigarettes (Perseverance and Relationships)

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The Joy of Cigarettes (Perseverance and Relationships)

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"[Hans and Liesel] read through the early hours of morning, circling and writing the words she did not comprehend and turning the pages toward daylight. A few times Papa nearly slept, succumbing to the itchy fatigue in his eyes and the wilting of his head...when the book was closed, they shared a sideways glance" (Zusak 86).

Despite it being extremely late, Hans and Liesel finished the Gravedigger's book. Hans was nearly falling asleep, but was still dedicated to helping her read. This describes their inability to give up when trying to accomplish something such as reading a book. Hans is willing to give up sleep to continue to care for and build up Liesel and his relationship. Zusak is explaining that in life, there will be people who can be counted on the help despite how tough their circumstances may be. It is best to never give up and to find those around people who will always be there for them no matter what.

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The Shoulder Shrug (Beauty and Brutality of Life)

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The Shoulder Shrug (Beauty and Brutality of Life)

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"You see, people may tell you that Nazi Germany was built on anti-semitism, a somewhat overzealous leader, and a nation of hatred bigots, but would all have come to nothing had the Germans not loved one particular activity: To burn" (Zusak 84).

In Germany the Nazi party were against Jews and others that didn't have the same beliefs as Hitler and Germans. They would burn all of the Jewish books, newspapers, propaganda and more to raise up the Nazis. It is beautiful that groups of people are getting together for something that they believe in, but the author is displaying that it is horrible for the other side of the situation because Jews are considered less than others. In life, there is prjudice and Zusak is portraying that it is wrong.

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The Heavyweight Champion of The School-Yard (beauty and brutality of life)

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The Heavyweight Champion of The School-Yard (beauty and brutality of life)

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"The paper landed on the table, but the news was stapled to his chest...'Hitler takes Poland'...That was one war started. Liesel would soon be in another" (Zusak 74).

Papa went to work and on his way home he picked up a newspaper that was discarded. When he got home he read it with Liesel. The newspaper was about how WWII began when Hitler invaded and took over Poland and how many people died. Liesel had blonde hair, and dark eyes, and a war against her and the Nazis could be coming. The world that she along with the otheers surrounding her is about to be in a lot of trouble as a result of the Nazis Party getting stronger. The author included the start of WWII in the book to foreshadow that more death surrounding Liesel and others is near. In life, there are not only beautiful things such as worshiping and being religious, but it can also be horrible and brutal because those topics can be the reason for mass genocides.

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The Smell of Friendship (perseverance and relationships)

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The Smell of Friendship (perseverance and relationships)

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“‘I’m asking you, I’m begging you, could you please shut your mouth for just five minutes?’” (Zusak 72).

Rosa is speaking to Han and Liesel about how they need to be quiet when practicing the alphabet. She was being extremely rude to them because Han is just simply trying to help her. Rosa is not being a very good foster mother to Liesel and is not forming a great relationship with her because she doesn’t care about her very much. In life, sometimes people will want to try so hard to improve relationships. Although, in this case Zusak is describing the type of relationship where people don’t try to care for each other.

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The Other Side of Sandpaper (perseverance and relationships)

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The Other Side of Sandpaper (perseverance and relationships)

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“With the alphabet completed and studied a dozen times, Papa leaned over and said, ‘enough for tonight?’” (Zusak 68).

Liesel was in a class with smaller children and could barely read. Papa was determined to help her improve her skills, starting with teaching her the alphabet. It was late in the night after lots of hard work, and it was finally time for them to go to bed. The author uses the character Papa to display that anyone who spends time practicing something they are passionate about, or for something that they want to accomplish, they will achieve it. It is best to work with those around you to hold you accountable and help people achieve their goals.

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The Jesse Owens Incident (Power of words)

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The Jesse Owens Incident (Power of words)

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“[Rudy’s] father was more concerned with the clammy texture of charcoal contaminating his fingers..it was too late to bother understanding anything” (Zusak 59).

Rudy wanted to be like Jesse Owens and run very fast. He put charcoal on his hands to make him more like Owens because Owens was black. He began to start the race, but his father stopped him. He began to explain that Rudy should not want to be black because of the dangerous and racist world. The author was portraying to the audience that during the mid 1940s, there was a lot of adversity against blacks, catholics, and Jews. Hitler, the “leader” would have speeches about how they are lesser than others, and kill many of them. (Power of words).

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The Kiss (A Childhood Decision Maker) (perseverance and relationships)

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The Kiss (A Childhood Decision Maker) (perseverance and relationships)

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“No matter whom they replaced with, Rudy would score. On this occasion, they tried to force Liesel out. As you might imagine, she protested, and Rudy agreed…’Let her stay’” (Zusak 47).

Tommy, Rudy, Liesel and others were playing soccer together. Rudy was amazing at soccer and there was a perfect opportunity to score. Liesel was going to be the goalie against Rudy, but others wanted to kick her out because she wasn’t good enough. Lisel didn’t want to stop playing, and Rudy stuck up for her. He knew it was unfair to not let Liesel play. Despite her challenge of facing the best player, Rudy, she wanted to keep playing and not give up to show others that she was capable. At the same time, Rudy acknowledged her and wanted to play with her. They were building a relationship. The Author used that quote to convey to the readers that in life people will be faced with obstacles, but the relationships surrounding them can help to overcome them.

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The Woman With The Iron Fist (Perseverance and relationships)

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The Woman With The Iron Fist (Perseverance and relationships)

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“Possibly the only good to come out of these nightmares was that it brought Hans Hubermann, her new papa, into the room, to soothe her, to love her” (Zusak 36).

Liesel had been waking up every night at two in the morning screaming about the horrifying dreams she had been having. She would dream about her brother dying on the train like flashbacks. Papa would come in the room every night to comfort her and to help her feel safe. The author wrote this to display the forming relationship between Papa and Liesel. It is important to have people to comfort others in life to create a sense of happiness. Despite Liesel’s past of having no father, she continues to grow and form that relationship with her new papa.

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Growing Up A Saumensch Page 34 (beauty and brutality of life)

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Growing Up A Saumensch Page 34 (beauty and brutality of life)

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"If her mother loved her, why leave her on someone else's doorstep...No matter how many times she was loved, there was no recognition that the proof was in abandonment. Nothing changed the fact that she was a lost, skinny child in another foreign place, with more foreign people. Alone" (Zusak 32).

This quote was explaining that Liesel had a very brutal life. Her family was so poor which is why she was very skinny. Because she was poor, her mom was sending her away to a foster home on Himmel street. She felt abandoned and questioned how her mother could truly love her if she was giving her away. It is beautiful that her mother was giving her away because she knew that she couldn’t take care of her, although, it is brutal that she is leaving her mother. Liesel’s mom had to give her up so that she could have a better life. (If you love something, set it free). Liesel is young and doesn’t know what happened to her dad. She is also unable to understand why her mother did what she did.

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Arrival On Himmel Street Page  22 (beauty and brutality of life)

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Arrival On Himmel Street Page  22 (beauty and brutality of life)

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"Mistakes, mistakes, it's all I seem capable of at times. For two days, I went about my business... Several times, I warned myself that I should keep a good distance from the burial of Liesel Meminger's brother. I did not heed my advice" (Zusak 23).

Death is explaining that he wanted to avoid Leisel because he thought it would be a good idea. He wanted to avoid visiting Liesel's brother. Otherwise, more death may keep coming to her. In other words, more people around her may start to die which is very brutal.