The Giver
The Giver
Publisher: Random House, Inc.
Author: Lois Lowry
$11.94
12-year-old Jonas lives in a seemingly ideal world. 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, he 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 received the truth. There is no turning back.
Newbery Medal Winner, Paperback, ISBN 9780544336261, SKU 1037688
Book Title | The Giver |
Publisher: | Random House, Inc. |
Author | Lois Lowry |
ISBN |
12-year-old Jonas lives in a seemingly ideal world. 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, he 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 received the truth. There is no turning back.
Newbery Medal Winner, Paperback, ISBN 9780544336261, SKU 1037688
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