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The Giver
by Lois Lowry

Published: 2002-09-10
Mass Market Paperback : 179 pages
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Lois Lowry’s The Giver is the quintessential dystopian novel, followed by its remarkable companions, Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son.

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 ...
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Introduction

Lois Lowry’s The Giver is the quintessential dystopian novel, followed by its remarkable companions, Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son.

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.

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Katie Holmes and Alexander Skarsgard star as Jonasâ?? mother and father in THE GIVER.
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The Giver (Jeff Bridges) and Rosemary (Taylor Swift) reflect on the memory of music in THE GIVER.
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Jonas (Brenton Thwaites) shares his new-found knowledge with Fiona (Odeya Rush) in THE GIVER.
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The Giver (Jeff Bridges) describes the world beyond their community to Jonas (Brenton Thwaites).
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Jonas (Brenton Thwaites) and baby Gabriel escape their community in THE GIVER.
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The Giver (Jeff Bridges) prepares Jonas (Brenton Thwaites) to receive memories of the past.
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Why did Lois Lowry write this book for the audience age she did?
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Recommended to book clubs by 17 of 18 members.

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