In the not to distant future Jonas brings us into his reality. Drugs, Suicide, Fighter Planes, could this be our future? In THE GIVER you have the oppurtunity to look into and become immersed in a society where breaking "rules" can have life-changing consequences.
The Civil War, World Wars 1 & 2, Sabre tooth tigers, the Vietnam conflict, George W. Bush and energy concerns would be a few of the things you would not know about. They would have all been a part of your community's history, yet only a few would experience the memories of the past or learn about them. Memory is in the eye of the beholder. What are crystals of all different shapes falling from the sky? How about a PA system that would tell the whole community about your snack hoarding?
As I read this book my mind wondered toward the deep questions surrounding our society and personal human experience. Is right and wrong, fundamental good or evil, defined universally or by your experience, environment and spiritual awareness?
Jonas is starting to have "stirrings" towards Fiona. These two young people embark upon a quest of truth and knowledge. Any more and I would ruin the surprises.
Rating
9 out of 10
Some content may be innapropriate for immature students
Suggested Grade 8
Additional Note** Highly Recommend as a book to read with your adolescent. Now that I have read it I plan to read it with my 6th grader. You may want to read the book to prepare yourself for some serious questions.
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