1. Symbolism in The Book Theif
He can no longer find the color of the souls for his distraction from the conspicuous death and loss engulfing him. ... Hans plays the accordion to try and ease Liesel from her past, to lighten the mood and escape from her new reality caused by the Nazi regime. ... It wasn't just Hans music he longed and hoped for but also his safety. ... When the accordion is no longer being played, the hope of life is getting duller with everyday. ... We are introduced to Liesel as a orphaned, distraught, powerless young girl who has no education due to her troubled upbringing. ...
- Word Count: 1566
- Approx Pages: 6
- Grade Level: Undergraduate