The Giver
(OverDrive Listen)
Series:
Published:
Books on Tape 2006
Format:
OverDrive Listen
Edition:
Unabridged
Status:
Available from OverDrive
Description
Lois Lowry’s The Giver is the quintessential dystopian novel, followed by its remarkable companions, Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son.
Jonas's world is perfect. Everything is under control. There is no war or fear of pain. There are no choices. Every person is assigned a role in the community. When Jonas turns 12 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 is time for Jonas to receive the truth. There is no turning back.
Jonas's world is perfect. Everything is under control. There is no war or fear of pain. There are no choices. Every person is assigned a role in the community. When Jonas turns 12 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 is time for Jonas to receive the truth. There is no turning back.
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More Details
Street Date:
06/27/2006
Language:
English
ISBN:
9780739344569
Accelerated Reader:
MG
Level 5.7, 7 Points
Level 5.7, 7 Points
Lexile measure:
760
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Citations
APA Citation (style guide)
Lois Lowry. (2006). The Giver. Unabridged Books on Tape.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Lois Lowry. 2006. The Giver. Books on Tape.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Lois Lowry, The Giver. Books on Tape, 2006.
MLA Citation (style guide)Lois Lowry. The Giver. Unabridged Books on Tape, 2006.
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