Description
In a society that has eradicated pain and conflict by embracing sameness, young Jonas is chosen for the extraordinary role of Receiver of Memory. Guided by the enigmatic Giver, he begins to experience a world of vibrant emotions, colors, and profound human connections that have been deliberately suppressed. As Jonas uncovers the dark truths behind his community's placid existence, he must confront the devastating cost of their manufactured peace. This powerful novel explores the essential nature of memory, emotion, and choice, questioning what it truly means to be human.
Available Editions
paperback
Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Published Jan 24, 2006
179 pages
ISBN: 9780385732550
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Details
First Published
1993
Language
eng
Featured in Challenges
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Giver by Lois Lowry.