Liesel's tree is definitely a major symbol. I think it represents Liesel's opposing stand to the Fuhrer and Nazi Germany. The word shaker gives out words just like Liesel reads in the bomb shelter; Liesel finds a way to help people get through the war, caused by the Fuhrer, by sharing words. No amount of "heil Hitlers" or Nazi youth groups or book burnings can shake Liesel's determination and opposition, just as no one can cut down the tree. Max believes that he helped plant this tree and spark Liesel's hatred by becoming friends with her. She saw his suffering and felt compassion for him and his situation. In the book, the word shaker is helped out by others, just as Liesel is helped and guided by Rosa and Hans. Ali B
That is true. I think that Max's story partly aims to encourage Liesel to be brave and willing to counter words of hatred with words of love. Others would be willing to follow her if she took such a stand.
It is clear that losing his friend Walter to the German Army combined with the years of fighting till his dying breath has taken its toll on Max. Liesel acted as a foil to Max when they first met, and soon changed him into a more calm and collected individual as the war dragged on. Joe
Liesel's tree is definitely a major symbol. I think it represents Liesel's opposing stand to the Fuhrer and Nazi Germany. The word shaker gives out words just like Liesel reads in the bomb shelter; Liesel finds a way to help people get through the war, caused by the Fuhrer, by sharing words. No amount of "heil Hitlers" or Nazi youth groups or book burnings can shake Liesel's determination and opposition, just as no one can cut down the tree. Max believes that he helped plant this tree and spark Liesel's hatred by becoming friends with her. She saw his suffering and felt compassion for him and his situation. In the book, the word shaker is helped out by others, just as Liesel is helped and guided by Rosa and Hans.
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That is true. I think that Max's story partly aims to encourage Liesel to be brave and willing to counter words of hatred with words of love. Others would be willing to follow her if she took such a stand.
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ReplyDeleteYes, and I would like to add that I think Max's story shows his appreciation for Liesel's strength and how it has touched him.
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It is clear that losing his friend Walter to the German Army combined with the years of fighting till his dying breath has taken its toll on Max. Liesel acted as a foil to Max when they first met, and soon changed him into a more calm and collected individual as the war dragged on.
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