Everything Is Illuminated
Description
A young man named Jonathan Safran Foer embarks on a quest to find the woman who may have saved his grandfather during the Holocaust, armed with little more than a faded photograph. His journey through Ukraine is guided by a cast of eccentric characters: a stoic old man burdened by war memories, a dog with an unusual name, and the hilariously eloquent Alex, his translator whose grasp of English is as unique as it is endearing. Together, they traverse a land scarred by history, uncovering layers of the past and the enduring power of memory. This novel masterfully blends humor and poignancy, exploring themes of identity, heritage, and the search for connection across generations.
Available Editions
paperback
Harper Collins
Published Apr 1, 2003
290 pages
ISBN: 9780060529703
paperback
Penguin
Published Jan 1, 2003
276 pages
ISBN: 9780141008257
paperback
Unknown
Published Jan 1, 2003
436 pages
ISBN: 9788389291240
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Details
First Published
2003
Language
eng
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