Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close
Description
Nine-year-old Oskar Schell, a precocious and imaginative boy, embarks on a city-wide quest following the tragic loss of his father in the September 11th attacks. Driven by a mysterious black key and a cryptic note, Oskar searches for the lock that will unlock its secrets, believing it holds a final message from his dad. His journey through the vibrant, complex landscape of New York City introduces him to a cast of unforgettable characters, each grappling with their own forms of loss and resilience. Through Oskar's unique perspective, the novel explores profound themes of grief, connection, and the enduring power of human imagination in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
Available Editions
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Mariner Books
Published Apr 4, 2006
326 pages
ISBN: 9780618711659
paperback
Houghton Mifflin Company
Published Jan 1, 2006
368 pages
ISBN: 9780141012698
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Details
First Published
2006
Language
eng
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Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer.