At the counter of Frau Diller’s store, Death recalls, “The framed Führer looked proud of them.” What does this line imply about the narrator’s attitude toward Hitler and his Nazi regime? Explain.

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The Book Thief

Asked by dan c #542269 on 1/30/2018 5:14 PM

Last updated by Aslan on 1/30/2018 5:56 PM

Answered by Aslan on 1/30/2018 5:56 PM

I think that Death is actually using a bit of sarcasm here. Death is not impressed with the Führer and all the "work" he gives him.