"Why didn't I learn to treat everything like it was the last time? My greatest regret is how much I believed in the future."

Jonathan Safran Foer (1977)
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About Jonathan Safran Foer

Jonathan Safran Foer is an American novelist known for his bestselling works such as 'Everything Is Illuminated' and 'Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close'. He was born in 1977 in Washington, D.C. and graduated from Princeton University. Foer's unique writing style blends elements of magical realism with intricate storytelling, exploring themes such as family relationships, loss, and memory. He has received critical acclaim for his innovative narrative techniques and heartfelt portrayals of complex characters.

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