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CliffsNotes on The Giver explores a world in which disease, hunger, poverty, war, and lasting pain simply don't exist. The members of this utopia have given up all human emotions and memories to live in a state of Sameness.
Following the story of a 12-year-old boy who recognizes the hypocrisy of his community's "social order" - and who crafts a way to free everyone from the bane of Sameness, this study guide provides summaries and critical commentaries for each chapter within the novel. Other features that help you figure out this important work include
Personal background on the author, Lois Lowry
Introduction to and synopsis of the book
Character descriptions
Critical essays on the author's themes, style, language, and more
Review section that features interactive questions and suggested essay topics
Selected bibliography and list of critical works
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List of contents
Life and Background of the Author. Introduction to the Novel. A Brief Synopsis. List of Characters. Critical Commentaries. Map of Jonas Community in The Giver. Critical Essays. Review Questions and Essay Topics. Selected Bibliography.
About the author
Lois Lowry, geboren 1937 auf Hawaii, begann mit über 30 Jahren das Studium der Literatur und Fotografie und einige Jahre später das Schreiben. Ausgezeichnet u. a. mit der begehrten Newbery Medal ausgezeichnet. Die Autorin lebt z. Zt. in Boston und New Hampshire.
