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Manufacturer: Laurel Leaf
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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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Binding: Mass Market Paperback
Brand: INGRAM BOOK & DISTRIBUTOR
EAN: 9780440237686
Feature: Made with the Best Quality Material with your child in mind.
ISBN: 0440237688
Label: Laurel Leaf
Manufacturer: Laurel Leaf
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 192
Publication Date: 2002-09-10
Publisher: Laurel Leaf
Reading Level: Young Adult
Release Date: 2002-09-10
Studio: Laurel Leaf


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• Made with the Best Quality Material with your child in mind.
• Top Quality Children's Item.



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Customer Rating:
Summary: Just As Haunting As It Was 14 Years Ago...
Comment: I first read this book in 1995 when I was a 15 year old high school freshman. It was required reading for my English class, and while I've always been an avid reader, I HATED the stuff they made us read in class. 'The Giver' however, proved to be different. I blew threw the entire book in two days, WELL ahead of the allotted reading time. I have never, in 14 years, forgotten this book. Sure, many of the finer points of the story faded away with time, as well as character names, and descriptions, but the gist of the story always stayed with me.

I decided it was finally time to re-read this, and I gotta say, it was just as powerful the second time around. I read this in one sitting as it was impossible to put down. I didn't realize just how much of the story I'd forgotten, so I'm very glad I finally got around to re-reading it. I'm going to start 'Gathering Blue' this evening, followed by 'Messenger', two books I have not previously read. I have high expectations for them, but am almost certain they won't hold a candle to 'The Giver'.

I absolutely recommend this book to kids and adults alike. It's such an unforgettable story, and you better believe that when my son's old enough, I'm going have him read this. I tried to think just what it is about this story that makes it so gripping, and for me, I thinks it's the unknown, for both you and the main character Jonas. Jonas doesn't know exactly what transpires to make his community run as smoothly as it does, yet neither does the reader since this is a society that is alien to us. Unlike most books that take place in the present or past, we kind of know the ins and outs of the community the book is set in, but with 'The Giver', we're in the dark, just like Jonas. Everything he learns and feels is almost new to us as well...make sense? Ah, well, I tried! Overall, a GREAT book...PLEASE don't miss out on it.

Customer Rating:
Summary: Wow. Incredible book.
Comment: I should probably premise this review by saying that I first read this amazing novel in the 7th grade (age 13). I say this because of the many 1-star reviews warning parents of the "dangers" of children reading this book. I have to agree with this on some levels, but probably not on the level as most of the reviewers. More on this later.

The Giver is a very complex and enthralling novel about what life would be like if our society strived to exist as a "perfect" utopia-like community. Jonas, along with all his friends, have their careers chosen for them, the less intelligent children being forced into laborers or "birthmothers". Jonas is decided by the elders to be a very special child, and is sent to study with an old man who can transfer memories of a distant life to him. Jonas must now carry the burden of these memories alone.

The overall tone of the novel I found to be quite sorrowful. From The Giver's own loss to the society's way of dealing with overpopulation, I found myself tearing up on occasion. The idea that no one, except perhaps for Jonas and the Giver, can experience "love" is just beyond horrible. However, there were many parts of the novel I found to be uplifting and just plain fun to read, such as the interaction between Jonas and his sister, Lilly.

Bringing in my original statements about children reading this, I do feel that the novel's true meaning might be a little out of reach for younger children. That would be my one reservation when recommending it. HOWEVER, I don't think denying this book to children simply because of the "violent" sections (it was what, one paragraph?) is doing anyone any good. If a child has the intellectual capacity to understand the book's point, let them read it. I read it at the young age of 13 and have read it many, many times since. While I found the goings-on of the society quite shocking, I did not have nightmares and to be quite honest, I found myself remembering other parts of the book more than the parts that seem to be so controversial on here.

My point is, this book is a classic. Every now and then, I find myself picking it up and reading it in the span of a few hours. Each and every time, I gain a new perspective on the characters and story. It's one that should not be missed.

Customer Rating:
Summary: wonderful
Comment: First id like to clarify that i am NOT kari regier. i am her 11-year-old son. Secondly I AM NOT A KID! So if you think that a kids review has no meaning whatsoever that is perfectly fine with me. you can move right on down to the next review, but mine is just as good and helpful as the next one. thirdly some people who hear ive read the Giver are surprised and think that i am to young to read the book. There are no violent or inapropriate parts (in my opinion) in this book. However i do not suggest that children under eight years of age should be allowed to read this book. This is because there are one or two parts of this book that are a little disturbing. This is a very Wonderful book. I highly recommend that anyone eight or older should read this book.

Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Read, Noble Topic
Comment: "The Giver" is a wonderful read because it tackles issues such as euthanasia, commanding governments, freedom of speech, and trying to achieve a system of government in which everyone is in essence "the same". I would recommend this book to all readers in seventh grade and up. I also wish to commend Lois Lowry's courageousness in writing such a bold and daring piece that she knew would indefinitely cause uproar across the country for writing about such sensitive topics.

Customer Rating:
Summary: the hidden flaws of a "perfect" community
Comment: the giver takes place in what seems to be a perfect world, the are no wars hunger sickness or pain of any kind. jonas becomes aware of hidden and horrible problems within the community with help from the giver.
spoilers
jonas learns in creating this "perfect" community many good things had to be lost. there is no color animals weather musicor even love. parents are assigned to their children and everyone is the same. there are no specific birthdays and you are not allowed to choose your job. many good things are lost to create the pain free world. all through the book you hear about release which is preformed to some newchildren and the old. you do not learn what it is until the end when twins are born and one is released. the horrible truth the inoccent child is killed just because they look alike
this was a great book. i would reccomend it to anyone it will leave you thinking thought the end is disappionting you will enjoy it may be shocked at some parts

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