The Book Thief
Liesel returns to 8 Grande Strasse to steal from the Hermann library Frau Hermann knows this –leaves the dictionary for Liesel with a note
1. Represents on-going theme of the power of words 2. Makes evident the impact that Liesel has had on Ilsa 3. Fuels Liesel’s understanding of her surroundings
Germany is a ‘nation of farmed thoughts’ –Max, ‘The Word Shaker.’
“I will never have to shoot a gun…” -Hitler
Liesel’s mean words towards Ilsa
The pursuit of words are essential to Liesel’s very existence.
The real meaning of the word ‘silent’
Knowledge and words are power.