When death captures me, the boy vowed, he will feel my fist on his face.
Markus Zusak – The Book Thief
Markus Zusak, born on June 23, 1975, in Sydney, Australia, is an Australian author best known for his novel “The Book Thief.” Growing up in a family of storytellers, Zusak developed a love for books and writing from a young age. “The Book Thief,” published in 2005, became an international bestseller and was adapted into a successful film. The novel, set in Nazi Germany, tells the story of a young girl named Liesel who discovers the power of words and books during a time of great adversity. Zusak’s lyrical writing style and poignant storytelling have earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated readership around the world.