The Giver
A classic fiction novel written by Lois Lowry.
Brief Summary
Jonas is assigned as Receiver of memory at the Ceremony of Twelve. He works with the Giver to get memories from centuries back. After a couple of days, Jonas begins to notice color, otherwise known as Seeing Beyond. The Giver transmits memories of pain, sorrow, happiness, and pride. Jonas learns things about the community and tries to save his people from Sameness.
jonas
Jonas is an eleven-year-old prodigy who was always different from the others in his community. He had a deep compassion for his friends and family. Once he receives his Assignment as The Receiver, he begins to feel great emotion, see beautiful colors, and experience the suffering hidden by the Community. The job of The Receiver brings Jonas great honor and respect.
A few main characters
the giver
The Giver transmits memories to Jonas so he is able to help the Committee of Elders and keep the world's memories effectively. He often experiences frustration and pain from the memories he holds. He is lonely and knows that Sameness was a mistake.He plots to destroy Sameness with the the help of Jonas.
jonas' father
Jonas's father is a Nurturer at the Nurturing Center, he takes care of the newborn children. He tries to stick to typical community rules, but sometimes subconsciously acts in minor rebellion. He,like The Giver and Jonas, experience feelings and strong emotion. He feels a genuine attraction to the babies he nurtures.
gabriel (gabe)
Gabriel, an underdeveloped infant who spends his nights with Jonas' family, shares a few traits with Jonas. He stays with Jonas and his family because he is not developing as well as the other infants. To help him sleep, Jonas transmits soothing memories to Gabriel.
Frequently asked questions
- How has Jonas changed and evolved throughout the book?
- How does the Giver feel about society?
- What has changed in the society is over the years?
- What has influenced the change in society?
overall rating
"I think the book should expand more on the journey with of freeing society and the lessons from the Giver, but otherwise the book was very captivating."
-Fayth Frederic, CREATOR OF THIS FLYER