Category - Fiction / Juvenile Fiction
Format - Paperback
Condition - Good
Listed - A month ago
Views - 2
Est. Publication Date - Jul 2014
Seller Description
Classic preteen/teen novel. Good condition with a bit of damage on one corner. Newbery Medal winner. Age range 10+. Lois Lowry’s The Giver is the quintessential dystopian novel. 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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The Giver
ISBN: 9780544336261
Publisher Description
Given his lifetime assignment at the Ceremony of Twelve, Jonas becomes the receiver of memories shared by only one other in his community and discovers the terrible truth about the society in which he...
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PangoBooks readers generally hold this book in high esteem, describing it as a classic and a favorite among both readers and educators. Many appreciate its intriguing characters, interesting plot, and significant themes, with some noting its accessibility for young readers. The dystopian setting, often considered a benchmark for the genre, captures readers' imaginations with its thought-provoking and powerful narrative. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, a rare dissenting opinion also exists.