
In this fascinating, thoughtful science-fiction novel, Lowry has written of the future, where life seems perfect: there is no hunger, no disease, no poverty, no pollution, no fear. In other words, every family is happy. At the center of the story is 12-year old Jonas. In the story, Jonas learns he is to become the community's Receiver of Memories. As he begins to receive the memories from The Giver, he discovers the disturbing truth that his "utopian" world is a world where humanity has been given up to create a more stable society. Gradually, Jonas realizes that he can no longer live in the pain-free, ordered society, and takes action. This book is highly original, innovative, and remarkable. Everyone should read it!