Product Description

Jonas's world is perfect. Everything is under control. There is no war or fear of pain. There are no choices. Every person is assigned a role in the community. When Jonas turns 12 he is singled out to receive special training from The Giver. The Giver alone holds the memories of the true pain and pleasure of life. Now, it is time for Jonas to receive the truth. There is no turning back.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #426917 in Books
• Published on: 2002-11-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 6.90" h x .53" w x 4.79" l, .22 pounds
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• 192 pages

Review

“Lowry is once again in top form – raising many questions while answering few, and unwinding a tale fit for the most adventurous readers."
Publishers Weekly,15 February. 1993: 240

"The Giver, a powerful and provocative novel, is sure to keep older children reading and thinking." New York Times, 31 Oct. 1993: 26.

New York Times
"The Giver, a powerful and provocative novel, is sure to keep older children reading and thinking."

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