Everything is Illuminated

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by Jonathan Safran Foer (Goodreads Author)

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While reading this, was there an element of the story that stood out as your favorite? Mine was the story of Brod and the Kolker.
Nienor
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Does the Dog die or ever get put into danger?
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Safran's dead arm is likely a metaphor for something. What do you think it stands for?
Cheryl Harflett I think it is likely a metaphor for his feelings of inadequacy. That or for always feeling like a piece of him is missing, that he is not quite what h…moreI think it is likely a metaphor for his feelings of inadequacy. That or for always feeling like a piece of him is missing, that he is not quite what he is meant to be. (less)
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What is the appropriate age group for this book?
Noemi Roig Hi!
I wouldn't recommend it to a very young reader, because I think it may be a little complex for that group. It is tragic somehow and maybe the age …moreHi!
I wouldn't recommend it to a very young reader, because I think it may be a little complex for that group. It is tragic somehow and maybe the age is not the most important thing here. Maybe 20s or 20-something would be a good age... (less)
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