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Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close
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Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer is a singular and profoundly moving novel that captures the essence of a boy's quest for understanding amidst heartbreak and loss. This brilliantly inventive work is the follow-up to the acclaimed Everything Is Illuminated, showcasing Foer's extraordinary talent for weaving together emotional depth and imaginative narrative.
At the heart of the story is nine-year-old Oskar Schell, a precocious and unique boy with an array of passions and skills. He is an inventor, amateur entomologist, Francophile, letter writer, pacifist, natural historian, percussionist, romantic, Great Explorer, jeweller, detective, vegan, and collector of butterflies. Oskar's world is thrown into chaos when his father is tragically killed in the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Centre.
In the wake of this tragedy, Oskar discovers a mysterious key hidden in his father's closet. Determined to uncover its purpose and the secrets it may unlock, he embarks on a journey that takes him across the five boroughs of New York City. As he navigates this vast metropolis, Oskar encounters an eclectic ensemble of characters, each with their own story to tell. His quest leads him not only through the city's labyrinthine streets but also through the annals of history, including the harrowing memories of the Dresden bombings and the atomic devastation of Hiroshima.
Oskar's exploration is as much an inward journey as it is an outward one. Each step he takes and each person he meets brings him closer to understanding his father and finding a measure of peace amidst his grief. This touching and sometimes surreal adventure is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of memory and love.
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close is a remarkable narrative filled with sorrow, humour, and unexpected beauty. Jonathan Safran Foer has crafted a compelling and emotionally rich tale that resonates deeply with readers, offering a poignant exploration of loss, family, and the intricate connections that define our lives.
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Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close is highly praised for its dazzling and brilliant narrative. It is described as a fearless and acrobatic literary work that effectively combines playful elements with profound emotional depth. The payoff is noted as being extraordinary, leaving a haunting impression on readers.
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ISBN: 9780141012698
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 May 2006
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 320g
Pages: 368
About the Author
Jonathan Safran Foer was born in 1977 in Washington, D.C. He is the author of Everything Is Illuminated, Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, and Eating Animals. He has also edited a new modern edition of the sacred Jewish Haggadah. Everything Is Illuminated won several literary prizes, including the National Jewish Book Award and the Guardian First Book Award. He edited the anthology A Convergence of Birds: Original Fiction and Poetry Inspired by the Work of Joseph Cornell, and his stories have been published in The Paris Review, Conjunctions and the New Yorker. Foer teaches Creative Writing at New York University, and his forthcoming book, Here I Am, will be published in Autumn 2016 by Hamish Hamilton.
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