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Summary: Brave New World a la sixth grade
Review: If Huxley or Orwell are a little much for the 11-year-olds of the world (and they probably are), The Giver is an allegory worthy of their spirit but simplified for a younger audience. My daughter loved it, and I read it upon her recommendation. I found it profound. It is an excellent introduction to allegorical fiction that adresses important social and philosophical issues.
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Summary: A little disturbing at times
Review: If I could I would give this book 3.5 stars. There was some good qualities. It was also a little disturbing at times, such as the part where you get released. I also did not like the ending of the book. If you are under the age of 11 then I would not suggest this book to you. Otherwise you will probably enjoy yhis book.
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Summary: "The Giver" book review
Review: If I didn't have to read this book for a class I would have read three pages and put it back on the shelf. After reading it and and understanding the message the author was trying to send I realized that the book was a nice little bit of literature. It put across to me that all of the little differences in the world should be celebrated, not shunned. All of the little things in life aren't appreciated, and I think Lois Lawry is trying to tell us to wake up and look around at all of the beauty in our world before we destroy it.
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Summary: You either like it or you don't, theres no inbetween
Review: If I told you what happened in this book, it would ruin it for you. You have to be totally clueless to enjoy this book to the fullest, and I was. Just think of a world with no color or music or joy in general, and that world is suddenly overwhelmed by all of that. That has something to do with it. It is more of an adult book, but advanced kid readers can also read it, I did anyway. It has characters so real you can compare them to your friends and a world so unreal you couldn't even dream about it. I can't say anymore, but this book has few flaws and my friends ans I liked it. You will to, I hope.
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Summary: The Giver Rocks!
Review: if someone asked me what book desereved to win book award in my sleep i would say the giver and thn role over. this book is the ideal book to read for someone who is starting o read more mature books.
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Summary: A captivating look at an "ideal" society - MUST READ!
Review: If the cover, the awards and title don't catch your attention, you will quickly be hooked into discovering what "The Giver" represents.
The story revolves around a young boy, Jonas, as he prepares to take
the next step in a society designed to avoid the pain and discomfort of the "real" world. This book captivated our teenagers, along with our younger ten-year-old. Fewer books have caused me to think more
reflectively about the philosophical intents of our society and the
greater impact, limited insight can have on the future. Definately a MUST READ for both youth, ten and above, and adult. A great evening or
weekend escape to enliven the mind.
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Summary: Amazingly written... mysterious and thougth provoking
Review: If you are looking for a book that really makes you think and consider the ways of life, this is it. This book can change your outlook on living! The description in this book is simply amazing- Lowry does an incredible job as she describes all of the scenes that Jonas (the main character) experiences. Although the beginning is a bit confusing, once you get into in you're sure to love it. The ending was a bit disappointing to me and i felt that there was not enough closure, but I suggest you read it and decide for yourself!
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Summary: A Priceless Book
Review: If you ever wonder what the perfect society would be like read this book. This book introduces us to the "perfect" society and the cost which is paid to uphold it. The book is a lesson to us all that perfection is better left as a idea as opposed to a reality. Character development is somewhat minimal in this book. Lowry does a good job with developing the main characters but the others are kind of flat, but don't get me wrong Lowry does a good job considering the length of the book. The plot is excellent and despite the flat charcters it will get you hooked.
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Summary: A must read for all!
Review: If you have ever wondered what it would be like to live in utopia, this book is something you should take a look at. The Giver is one of my all time favorite novels because it brings me to a new world. I find that every time I read this novel, I enjoy it even more than the last time. The story of Jonas and his journey to become "The Giver" of his particular society. The story becomes interesting when Jonas has to decide whether or not he can deal with this great honor. I loved the novel as a whole, but I have a problem with the abrupt ending. It just goes to show that nothing in this world is perfect. -Ernest Bennett(Avon High School) ;->
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Summary: Worthwhile reading for young and old; wish I could read more
Review: If you haven't read the book yet, be careful reading the reviews on this page. Some of them give away a great deal about the plot. The most important theme, to me, was seeing the society through the perspective of its members. From our own society, we look at it and disagree with the rules, the structures, the lack of choice. We see so much that is missing. From within the society, nobody knows that it could be different. It's hard to understand this point of view, but _The Giver_ illustrates it clearly. Another reviewer has complained that the community members could not call their society "ideal" because they have no comparisons. He's right to point this out, but in fact the community members never do make that comparison. Life is for them is the same always and everywhere. I can understand parents' complaints about the scenes of killing. I would like to point out, though, that they may be overestimating the innocence of their children. I'm in my thirties now, but I clearly remember that most of my 5th grade class was fascinated by books about the Holocaust. The scenes in _The Giver_ are sterile, emotionless, clean; far from the horrors we hear of in the news. On the other hand, I have no idea why anyone would object to the dream Jonas has early in the book. Sick? No way. It's about the healthiest thing that happens to him.
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