Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close

by Jonathan Safran Foer

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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.

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Mariner Books

Published Apr 4, 2006

326 pages

ISBN: 9780618711659

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Houghton Mifflin Company

Published Jan 1, 2006

368 pages

ISBN: 9780141012698

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@imsophiedaviesMar 5, 2026

This book gave me heavy boots.

Details

First Published

2006

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer.

Death/Grief
War/Trauma