May 2012
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“Alice: How long is forever?
White Rabbit: Sometimes, just one second.” —Lewis Carrol (via nachtstuecke)
White Rabbit: Sometimes, just one second.” —Lewis Carrol (via nachtstuecke)
Zusak’s ‘The Book Thief’ chosen for One Book, One Chicago →
suntimes.com
Australian writer Markus Zusak’s 2006 novel, “The Book Thief” — a dark, complex tale, set in a German town as the Holocaust is unfolding, has been named the One Book, One Chicago selection for fall 2012.
In conjunction with the selection, Zusak, whose book uses the figure of Death as a narrator, and follows the development of a young girl who discovers the power of words, as well as deeds to generate both good and evil, will visit the Chicago Public Library and participate in events with teachers, librarians, high school students and the wider public. In addition, Steppenwolf Theatre will produce a stage adaptation of “The Book Thief,” to be adapted by Heidi Stillman (who recently helped craft the scenario for Lookingglass Theatre’s “Cascabel”), and directed by Hallie Gordon, as part of its Steppenwolf for Young Adults Program. The show will run Oct. 16-Nov. 11.
