The Giver

by Lowry, Lois; Rifkin, Ron

• ISBN13: 9780807283134
• ISBN10: 0807283134
• Edition: Tape
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-05-01
• Publisher: Listening Library

Summary

Jonas's world is perfect. Everything is under control. There is no war or fear or pain. There are no choices. Now, Jonas 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's time for Jonas to receive the truth. There is no turning back. "The Giver" received the Newbery Medal in 19 94. Unabridged. 4 CD's. Young Adult.

Author Biography

Lois Lowry is a two-time Newbery Medal winner who specializes in books for young people. Lowry's many novels engage readers by exploring the minds of her characters as they learn about themselves and their worlds. Besides writing, Lowry enjoys nature, her family, and traveling and is an accomplished photographer. She lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Table of Contents

Context	p. 1
Plot Overview	p. 5
Character List	p. 9
Analysis of Major Characters	p. 11
Jonas	p. 11
The Giver	p. 12
Jonas's Father	p. 13
Themes, Motifs & Symbols	p. 15
The Importance of Memory	p. 15
The Relationship Between Pain and Pleasure	p. 15
The Importance of the Individual	p. 16
Vision	p. 16
Nakedness	p. 17
Release	p. 17
The Newchild Gabriel	p. 18
The Sled	p. 18
The River	p. 18
Summary & Analysis	p. 19
Chapters 1-2	p. 19
Chapters 3-4	p. 22
Chapters 5-6	p. 25
Chapters 7-9	p. 28
Chapters 10-11	p. 32
Chapters 12-13	p. 35
Chapters 14-16	p. 39
Chapters 17-18	p. 42
Chapters 19-20	p. 46
Chapters 21-23	p. 48
Important Quotations Explained	p. 53
Key Facts	p. 59
Study Questions & Essay Topics	p. 62
Study Questions	p. 62
Suggested Essay Topics	p. 66
Review & Resources	p. 68
Quiz	p. 68
Suggestions for Further Reading	p. 74
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