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Overview. The Giver by Lois Lowry, published in 1993, unfolds in a meticulously controlled utopian society where conformity and the elimination of individuality are paramount. The narrative follows Jonas, selected as the Receiver of Memories, tasked with bearing the weight of the community’s suppressed history and emotions.
Mar 1, 1993 · The Giver is a novel that’s well-loved by many children, young adults, and even adult readers. Despite the fact that Lois Lowry wrote it with a younger audience in mind, it has captured the attention of readers of all ages. This is due to its relatively complex subject matter, the difficult issues it tackles, and the engaging plotline.
The Importance of Memory. One of the most important themes in The Giver is the significance of memory to human life. Lowry was inspired to write The Giver after a visit to her aging father, who had lost most of his long-term memory. She realized that without memory, there is no pain—if you cannot remember physical pain, you might as well not ...
Oct 7, 2014 · Hardcover – October 7, 2014. This giftable hardcover box set contains Lois Lowry's Newbery Medal-winning The Giver plus the acclaimed three companion books in the series. This set includes the complete Giver Quartet series: The Giver, Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son. In addition, it includes an exclusive map of the Giver world.
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The Giver Summary. Sometime in the future, an 11-year-old boy named Jonas lives in a seemingly perfect community in which there is little pain and little crime. People are polite. Everyone belongs to a supportive family. But this harmony comes at a price. There is also no choice, and real emotions are nonexistent.
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.
