Jonas's world is perfect. Everything is under control. There is no war or fear or pain. There are no choices. Every person is assigned a role in the community.When Jonas turns twelve, his 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. (back cover)
This story really moved me. Set in the possible future, the concept of Sameness is brought to extreme levels. Members of society barely think for themselves. Everyone has a position, with set tasks and actions to preform everyday without question of why. The one exception is The Giver. He is the holder of memories. Memories that include love and family but also pain and war. When Jonas is picked to be the next Giver, time has finally come for change. The ending is purposely ambiguous. Lowry leaves her readers to make their own conclusions.
1994 Newbery Winner. Highly recommended - 5 stars
man i hadn't read this book in FOREVER lol since like middle school and im in my second year of college! i think i'm prob gunna pick it up again =) i abs loved it!
ReplyDeleteI LOVED this book too! :)
ReplyDeleteOooooh this book is what inspired me to keep reading. I remember being in middle school when this book came out and I read it over and over again and eventually when the librarian was able to convince me that I should return it I began reading every day. This truly is the basis of my love for reading. lol.
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