The memoir captures the heartfelt journey of a family adopting three rescue dogs, blending humor with raw honesty. The author, renowned for his storytelling, shares the challenges and joys of integrating these troublesome yet lovable pets into their lives. It’s a touching narrative about the transformative power of love and the bonds that form within a family, even with the most difficult of companions.
Markus Zusak Book order (chronological)
June 23, 1975
Markus Zusak is the author of five books that have garnered numerous awards. His works often explore complex human emotions, delving into themes of loss, hope, and resilience. Zusak's distinctive writing style, characterized by rich language and insightful observations, resonates with readers globally. His mastery of storytelling has cemented his place among prominent contemporary literary voices.
This heartfelt narrative celebrates the bond between humans and animals, particularly focusing on the loyalty and companionship of dogs. The author, known for their poignant storytelling, crafts a touching homage that explores themes of love, loss, and the profound connections we share with our furry friends. Through vivid anecdotes and reflections, the book invites readers to appreciate the joy and comfort that animals bring into our lives, making it a must-read for animal lovers.
Liesel es una niña alemana que vive en un pequeño pueblo cerca de Münich con sus padres adoptivos. Durante los peores años del nazismo, su pasión por la lectura la ayuda a refugiarse en las historias de los libros que roba de donde puede. Esa vehemencia por leer termina salvándole la vida. La ladrona de libros es una novela entrañable, una historia hermosa e inolvidable para todas las edades.
Bridge of Clay (Signed Edition)
- 544 pages
- 20 hours of reading
NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY • THE WALL STREET JOURNAL The unforgettable, New York Times bestselling family saga from Markus Zusak, the storyteller who gave us the extraordinary bestseller THE BOOK THIEF, lauded by the New York Times as "the kind of book that can be life-changing." This is a signed edition with limited copies available. "One of those monumental books that can draw you across space and time into another family’s experience in the most profound way." —The Washington Post "Mystical and loaded with heart, it's another gorgeous tearjerker from a rising master of them." —Entertainment Weekly “Devastating, demanding and deeply moving.” —Wall Street Journal The breathtaking story of five brothers who bring each other up in a world run by their own rules. As the Dunbar boys love and fight and learn to reckon with the adult world, they discover the moving secret behind their father’s disappearance. At the center of the Dunbar family is Clay, a boy who will build a bridge—for his family, for his past, for greatness, for his sins, for a miracle. The question is, how far is Clay willing to go? And how much can he overcome? Written in powerfully inventive language and bursting with heart, BRIDGE OF CLAY is signature Zusak.
Trying to make sense of the horrors of World War II, Death relates the story of Liesel--a young German girl whose book-stealing and story-telling talents help sustain her family and the Jewish man they are hiding, as well as their neighbors.
Bridge of Clay
- 537 pages
- 19 hours of reading
"Bridge of Clay" by Markus Zusak tells the poignant story of five brothers navigating their unique world while uncovering the mystery of their father's disappearance. Centered on Clay, the narrative explores themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience, showcasing Zusak's signature inventive language and emotional depth.
Январь 1939 года. Германия. Страна, затаившая дыхание. Никогда еще у смерти не было столько работы. А будет еще больше...
Das Buch eignet sich hervorragend für den Unterricht, aufgrund des Umfangs benötigen die Schülerinnen und Schüler aber klare Strukturierungshilfen. Sie erfassen die Handlung zunächst mithilfe eines Lesetagebuchs, ehe der Inhalt vertieft und mit dem historischen Kontext (Ideologie der NSDAP, Verlauf des Zweiten Weltkrieges, Beginn der systematischen Judenverfolgung) verbunden wird. Abschließend rücken einzelne Aspekte wie die Erzählperspektive, die Bedeutung der Bücher für Liesel oder die unterschiedliche Haltung der Mitmenschen in der Zeit des Krieges in den Fokus. Der Roman wurde 2009 mit dem Deutschen Jugendliteraturpreis ausgezeichnet, 2013 mit hochkarätiger internationaler Besetzung verfilmt.
Rok 1939. Dziesiecioletnia Liesel mieszka u rodziny zastepczej w Molching kolo Monachium. Jej zycie jest naznaczone pietnem ciezkich czasów, w jakich dorasta.
