Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close

Historical Context and Significance

"Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close" is a novel by American author Jonathan Safran Foer, published in 2005. The book explores themes of grief, memory, and the human experience through the lens of the September 11, 2001, events in New York City. It addresses significant aspects of American history and culture, reflecting on the tragedy through the personal stories of its characters. Foer contemplates loss, family bonds, and the necessity of re-evaluating historical events in the context of personal experiences. The novel received widespread acclaim from critics and readers, became a bestseller, and influenced early 21st-century American literature, sparking discussions on literary approaches to contemporary tragedies.