Date of Birth: February 21, 1977
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Jonathan Safran Foer is an American novelist, born in Washington, D.C. He gained widespread acclaim with his debut novel “Everything Is Illuminated” (2002), which earned him a National Jewish Book Award and was later adapted into a film. His subsequent works include “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” (2005), which delves into the aftermath of 9/11, and “Eating Animals” (2009), a non-fiction exploration of factory farming and ethical eating. Foer is known for his innovative narrative techniques and emotional depth. He has also been a vocal advocate for environmental issues and animal rights.
5 Interesting Facts about Jonathan Safran Foer
1. Jonathan Safran Foer wrote “Everything Is Illuminated” while he was still a student at Princeton University.
2. “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” was adapted into a film starring Tom Hanks and Sandra Bullock.
3. Foer is an advocate for vegetarianism and has written extensively on the subject, including in his book “Eating Animals.”
4. He has taught creative writing at Yale University and New York University.
5. Foer collaborated with artist Joseph Grigely on the art book “The Future Dictionary of America.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jonathan Safran Foer
1. “Sometimes I can hear my bones straining under the weight of all the lives I’m not living.”
2. “You cannot protect yourself from sadness without protecting yourself from happiness.”
3. “Why didn’t I learn to treat everything like it was the last time? My greatest regret was how much I believed in the future.”
4. “It’s nothing short of a miracle that we, as a species, continue to survive. How is it possible that we’ve not become extinct?”
5. “Food is not rational. Food is culture, habit, craving and identity.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Jonathan Safran Foer has achieved a net worth of approximately $10 million at the peak of his career.
Children
Jonathan Safran Foer has two children from his marriage to fellow writer Nicole Krauss. The couple has since divorced.
Relevant Links
1. [Jonathan Safran Foer on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Safran_Foer
4. [Jonathan Safran Foer’s TED Talk](https://www.ted.com/speakers/jonathan_safran_foer
5. [Official Website of Jonathan Safran Foer](http://www.jonathansafranfoer.com/
