(Book #1 in the The Giver Series)
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An apparently unread copy in perfect condition.
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An apparently unread copy in perfect condition.
In Lois Lowry's Newbery Medal-winning classic, twelve-year-old Jonas lives in a seemingly ideal world. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver does he begin to understand the dark secrets behind his fragile community.
Life in the community where Jonas lives is idyllic. Designated birthmothers produce newchildren, who are assigned to appropriate family units. Citizens are assigned their partners and their jobs. No one thinks to ask questions. Everyone obeys. Everyone is the same. Except Jonas.
Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver of Memory does he begin to understand the dark, complex secrets behind his fragile community. Gradually Jonas learns that power lies in feelings. But when his own power is put to the test--when he must try to save someone he loves--he may not be ready. Is it too soon? Or too late?
Told with deceptive simplicity, this is the provocative story of a boy who experiences something incredible and undertakes something impossible. In the telling it questions every value we have taken for granted and reexamines our most deeply held beliefs.
The Giver has become one of the most influential novels of our time. Don't miss the powerful companion novels in Lois Lowry's Giver Quartet: Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son.
This description may be from another edition of this product.This arrived with some folded page corners and a small script on the inside cover page. But I rabbit ear the corners myself so I'm not concerned. I ordered "good" quality and I'm happy with how it arrived! I love buying used!
Thought provoking & moving!!! A Classic for all for all ages 13+ to adults.
Everyone will love this book. The author writes in such a beautiful and vivid way that you feel like you are experiencing the adventure along with the main characters. Very clean, no swearing. Everyone in my family from 8 all the way up to 82 loved that book. If you have any hesitation, RELEASE THEM NOW AND BUY THE BOOK!! You will not regret it.
Like dystopian worlds imagined; fear our world turning into one? This book is excellent. The movie is good too, but the book is always better.
If you’ve seen the movie it’s almost not worth the read as it’s short and is very similar. If you’ve not seen the movie and wish for a one night bizarre read- go for it!
Shows us what has become important in our lives against what we are forgetting that are our true reasons for living!! Beautifully, clearly written. You feel the characters' pain. A wonderful book for any age-timeless and thought provoking!! Loved every page!!!
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