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OverviewThe original CliffsNotes study guides offer a look into key elements and ideas within classic works of literature. 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 Classic literature or modern-day treasure - you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Lois Lowry , Suzanne PavlosPublisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Imprint: Cliffs Notes Inc.,U.S. Dimensions: Width: 13.30cm , Height: 0.20cm , Length: 20.90cm Weight: 0.072kg ISBN: 9780764585104ISBN 10: 076458510 Pages: 64 Publication Date: 01 June 1999 Audience: Children/juvenile , Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , Children / Juvenile , Primary Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: No Longer Our Product Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsLife 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.ReviewsAuthor InformationSUZANNE PAVLOS taught high school English and reading. She is a freelance writer and editor. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |