Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close

Book Review

"Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close" is a touching and deeply human novel by Jonathan Safran Foer. At the heart of the story is a boy named Oskar Schell, who lost his father in the September 11 tragedy. In his quest to unlock his father's mystery, Oskar embarks on a journey through New York City, which reveals not only the city from various perspectives but also leads to self-discovery. Foer explores themes of grief, family, recovery from loss, and the complexities of human relationships through a unique narrative structure, including photographs, letters, and documents. This makes the novel not only emotionally profound but also visually captivating. The unusual storytelling style, blending of genres, and writing techniques make "Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close" an outstanding work of contemporary literature, addressing important and painful themes with love, warmth, and hope for healing.