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Summary: Philisophically compelling
Review: No one can describe the magnitude and the power of this book in a review. Miss Lowry weaved together words, storylines and a philisophical world of the future unlike anyother being could do. A book that made me look deeper inside myself at the things that aren't appreciated...like color and love. Everyone should read this book at some point, it is life changing.
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Summary: many meanings
Review: No one can truly review this book because it has many meanings within it that speak differently to different personalities. This is a beautifull book that for most, helps them realize that they shouldnt take things for granted. To some this is religious. To some it is a fake story that would never happen in real life, when some see this as real life painted itno a story. Anyone should read this book because it will open your mind to new thoughts.
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Summary: An Outstanding Book
Review: Not being an avid reader, I was drawn to the Giver more by its cover than by its reputation. However, having read the book, I would definitely say that it is extremely profound, and worthwile for everyone to read. I am disappointed to hear the bad reviews from younger readers of this book, and I am disappointed to hear that it is being used in younger curriculums, as I think the deeper meaning of the book is being lost. I am a fan of books that make you think and question, and if you enjoy authors like Vonnegut (my personal favorite) you should not pass over this book.
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Summary: Witty,entertaining, and well written.
Review: Obvious to all of us our world is not the greatest.But who is to say Jonas' is?Despite the safety and security of a job and family there, there is no freedom.Everyone is trained like robots to do as there told.I think the reason this book is so popular among us all is because it brings a better lifestyle for most of us.this book is very well written and veryentertaining. Recommended to anyone who enjoys a good book.
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Summary: I Need Answers!!
Review: Of all books I have read, I strongly feel that this one ranks up in the top three. I feel as though it was a very well written story which, if you think about it, it isn't the easiest topic to write about. Well, at least I can't see how anyone can come up with a story about such an abstract concept as the way that the people in the novel lived. Nonetheless, this novel was written masterfully. The only flaw that I found was at the very end. While I was reading it, I noticed I was running out of pages. However, I was not running out of questions. I feel as though this book really leaves the reader hanging on a lot of questions which, I for one, would have liked to have answered. I actually went to my friend the next day who read it and took his answers to my questions, even though he can not be fully sure if he is correct or not. However, it eased my mind to have at least some sort of answers. Other than the ending, I feel as though this book was really well written and I would recommend it to anyone, young and old, as long as they enjoy reading good books.
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Summary: Literary Devices review
Review: Of the many literary devices employed in Lois Lowry's The Giver, the three that are best displayed are the rising action, climax, and resolution. Although some might say that these areas lack in the novel, it it this lack of explanation of these particular literary devices that makes them so brilliant. The rising action of the book is incredibly exciting. The reader is not sure what is in store for Jonas on his journey. The action is most suspenseful when Jonas is leaving the "utopian" society he has lived in all of his life. As Jonas makes his journey in order to restore the memories of the townspeople, the rising action comes to its highest point. The climax of the story is when Jonas' memories are starting to slip away. This is a great climax because it gives the reader a sense of insecurity and wonder about the coming events. After the climax has ended, the author provides the reader with a resolution that does not really resolve anything. This is because he does not conclude the story in any way, but leaves it hanging for the reader to decide in his/her mind what had happened. The author does not force an opinion on you, but instead lets the reader make an important decision about the resolution. Although the author does lead you in a particular direction about what has happened, it is up to the reader to make out the details, and this is why the literary device is used so well. Without the wonderful use of these three devices, this story would not have as great an impact on the reader.
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Summary: a book review
Review: ok all you guys who look at these reviews: this book is one I truly enjoyed, but that might not be the same case for others. If you like fiction and you have a great imagination, this book should grow on you. It did for me. Jonas's world reflects the world we all want, at least way in the depths of our minds. We all want everyone to be equal, but Lois Lowry shows us what happens (or doesn't happen) because of this sameness. Jonas has friends, parents, teachers, and siblings just like we all do. The book follows Jonas through one of the hardest periods of his life, basically when his real or full and complete life begins. He will make his stand in the world of his people, and grows up by making extremely difficult choices all of us are required to make. Reading this book should be based on what the reader wants, not based on what this or other reviews say. I, like others, just want to make my point known to all of you. Thank you for reading this. Do what you want, don't be pressured or swayed by people other than yourself. Have fun readers!
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Summary: not the best
Review: ok i can understand why this book got a newberry metal, it had a good plot and it is worth reading but i found that i didn't really like the characters and i thought that it was alittle too improbable even for a sci-fi book. as i said before you should get this book and it is worth reading at least to give you a new idea of what life might be like in the future.
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Summary: Two thumbs up
Review: Ok if people say it is innappropriate for children, they are overprotective mothers with no life. People don't understand it, your stupid. Or I'm just smart. This book isn't about killing or suicide, that just comes along with ignorance. Every single person in Jonas' community is completely ignorant and has no Idea that they are a subject of being controlled. They don't understand death, so they kill when the time is needed. This book makes you feel good that you live in a better world, people read this book and hate what they do or what the book says, the book sends a message and it is about that message not suicide.
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Summary: If you love getting nightmares, read this book!
Review: Ok this book really stinks! The place where the main character, Jonas lives has really weird rules. Ok to the point. One point in the book people are seperated from animals! Think what you would be like with out your cat or any pet to keep you company at night or morning or the afternoon. It is so sad. That is not the worst part. One part in the book they talk about that twins are not allowed in this place. If a mom has twins guess what happens? They weigh the twins and which one is lighter they get rid of. The other one they make nice and comfortable. Here is what happens in deeper detail. They weighed the twins. One is lighter so they put in a garbage shoot and let it get crushed. Meanwhile the "lucky" baby who weighed more is nice and comfortable and is smiling at his or her lost twin. Why they do this? I don't know! I took the book and threw it and cried and never read it again. My friends told me that the book NEVER recovers after this part. I do not recomond this book to anyone.
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