Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close

A novel by American author Jonathan Safran Foer, published in 2005. The book tells the story of Oskar Schell, a nine-year-old boy who lost his father in the September 11 terrorist attacks of 2001. Following his father’s death, Oskar discovers a key among his belongings and embarks on a quest to find the matching lock, hoping to preserve a connection with his late father. The novel explores themes of grief, loss, and the search for meaning amid tragic circumstances.