Everything Is Illuminated
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Summary
Everything Is Illuminated is the story of a young American Jew, Jonathan Safran Foer, who travels to Ukraine in search of the woman who saved his grandfather during the Holocaust. On his journey, he meets a local guide, Alex, and his grandfather, who assist him in his quest. The narrative alternates between the tale of the journey and a fictional account of the Jewish shtetl Trochenbrod, from where Jonathan's ancestors hail. The book explores themes of memory, identity, and heritage, intertwining tragedy and comedy in a unique style.
Date of publication: 28 August 2024
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction