This came a little later than expecting, I didn't finish it in class and my internet has been down until about an hour ago.
Oskar's coping with the loss of his dad seems so realistic; I imagine multiple people feel like this after something of this magnitude happens. Oskar lashes out at his mother, and finds solace in his grandmother and her suffering as well. Oskar seems to be quite confused, despite his extreme intelligence. I imagine that Oskar is thinking that his dad will just walk through the door at any time, and that it all isn’t happening. I mean, I for one can’t think what I would do or say or think if I found out one day one of my loved ones wasn’t coming home.
The narration still comes through as jumbled as ever, but now I can see that it isn’t because Oskar has some disease per say, but because he is so intelligent. Oskar can solve incredible math in his head for his age, and just shows a keen, clever personality.
The feeling of sadness and depression really comes through during this part of the book. It is almost as if it is happening to you; the feeling that comes from Foer’s writing is just so strong. If the movie is half as great as this book is becoming, I know I’ll love it.
Great post, I like how you envisioned yourself in Oskar's place. He seems like a very interesting character and maybe if it weren't for the extremely sad plot I would read this book. Sad books = hysterical girl.
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