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PublisherRandom House Children's Books

ISBN-100440237688

ISBN-139780440237686

eBay Product ID (ePID)2457513

Product Key Features

Book TitleGiver

Number of Pages192 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2002

TopicGeneral, Social Themes / General (See Also Headings under Family), Science Fiction

GenreJuvenile Fiction

AuthorLois Lowry

FormatMass Market

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight3.4 Oz

Item Length6.8 in

Item Width4.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceYoung Adult Audience

TitleLeadingThe

Dewey Edition23

Grade FromThird Grade

Grade ToSeventh Grade

Dewey Decimal[Fic]

SynopsisLois Lowry's The Giver is the quintessential dystopian novel, followed by its remarkable companions, Gathering Blue , Messenge r, 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., Lois Lowry s "The Giver" is the quintessential dystopian novel, followed by its remarkable companions, "Gathering Blue," "Messenge"r, 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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by jfikse
Jan 29, 2019
Thought-provoking.
Thought-provoking novel. Themes of utopia, freedom, security, choice. I’m using this as a book study with a group of mostly young adults. Similar to Brave New World, 1984, Fahrenheit 451, but with an elementary/middle school reading level. There is also a movie version, but there are some major differences between the novel and the movie.
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by zacha.russe
Nov 05, 2024
Feel like this was a good book. Read it ...
Feel like this was a good book. Read it back in middle school. Watch the movie from what I remember. Does a pretty good job but can’t wait to read the book over again.
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by unzue09
Jan 26, 2019
The book was not in the best of quality
They write the listing making it look like it’s perfectly fine and then when I got the book it was full of highlights and broken the books spine was coming off.
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by javonda2005
Feb 09, 2018
7th grade Requirement
My son should review this, but the quality and price was perfect for him to read, highlight, and use for school.
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by ru_645064
Jul 01, 2020
Book is good condition
The book is in good quality. Haven’t read it yet but looking forward to reading it
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by kasst_56
Jun 02, 2020
Amazing!
I love this book, brings me back to middle school days! By far one of my favorite books:) highly recommend.
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by w3tq_dVIQIG@Deleted
Jan 06, 2016
What I looking for
This book had little to no damage. Lightweight and simple,.Arrived on time and exactly what I needed. Thanks for no false advertising.
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by tyler18.2012
Jun 15, 2019
Great bookn
My daughter needed the book for her summer reading for school. This price was perfect and just what she needed! Thank you!
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by casebaile-9
Apr 01, 2018
The Giver
The book was in great shape and fast shipping!
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by daisyprice1072
May 20, 2025
Book was in great shape. ...
Book was in great shape.
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