The Giver
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 1993 · Est. 4 hour read

The Giver

Written by Lois Lowry

Book #1 in the Giver Quartet series

A boy uncovers dark secrets in his perfect world.

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246 pages· 43,655 words· Est. 4 hour read· 760L
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Bookroo's summary

In a world of conformity, twelve-year-old Jonas is chosen as the Receiver of Memory, unveiling the hidden truths of his seemingly perfect community. As he learns the dark secrets that underpin his society, Jonas faces a choice that could change everything. What will he do with the knowledge that could shatter his world? Discover the haunting journey of discovery and courage in this modern classic.

From the publisher

A PBS Great American Read Top 100 Pick

The Giver, the 1994 Newbery Medal winner, has become one of the most influential novels of our time. The haunting story centers on twelve-year-old Jonas, who lives in a seemingly ideal, if colorless, world of conformity and contentment. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver of Memory does he begin to understand the dark, complex secrets behind his fragile community. Lois Lowry has written three companion novels to The Giver, including Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son.

Awards

Newbery Medal (1994)Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1993)
At a glance
Format
Pages
246
Words
43,655
Reading age
10–15
Audience
Young Adult
Lexile
760L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.7
F&P level
~R
Scholastic level
Y
AR points
7
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
8568
Publication
Published
October 2, 2018
First published
April 26, 1993
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781328471222
LCCN
2012454914
OCLC
904573363

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