The Giver

Name: The Giver
Brand: Random House, Inc.
SKU: 1037688
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Publisher: Random House, Inc.

Author: Lois Lowry

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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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Book Title	The Giver
Publisher:	Random House, Inc.
Author	Lois Lowry
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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.

Newbery Medal Winner, Paperback, ISBN 9780544336261, SKU 1037688

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