Hyperbole In The Book Thief By Markus Zusak

Markus Zusak uses Hyperbole, in order to enhance imagery for the readers. He uses Hyperbole when he is explaining the fear that runs through the Hubermann home, when they discover the Nazis will be examining their basement. Their hearts were beating so intensely from fear, when they realized their time to efficiently hide Max was over. Zusak over exaggerates their fear by creating an impossible occurrence, which helps readers clearly visualize and understand the intensity of fear that surrounds their home. In conclusion, the author uses hyperbole in order to enhance the fear felt amongst the Hubermann household.

In this quotation, readers have the idea that this scene could very well end badly. The severity of the ending could result where nothing bad happens and the Hubermann’s secret remains, or they can get caught, thrown into jail or given the death sentence. Zusak makes it so the Hubermanns are not prepared for the Nazis visit. The amount of fear they gain from the knock at their door, and the unfinished act of hiding Max, makes the reader further believe that this portion of the text could have negative results. The lack of planning behind the act of keeping Max hidden, keeps the reader hoping that everything will turn out alright. In

Throughout the text Rosa is portrayed as a rather strict and rude parental figure. Yet, her personality completely alters when she is put into a difficult situation. She is put on the spot to create an idea that will be efficient to hide Max from the Nazis. Hans and Liesel are in panic, while Rosa is able to quickly come up with an idea. Even though, Hans is skeptical of her plan, the situation is potentially leading her to death, and she is able to put the worries aside and focus at the task at hand. Therefore, this quotation shows the reader that Rosa Hubermann is more than a stereotypical mean