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The Giver (The Giver, #1)

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Young Adult Fiction Classics Science Fiction Fantasy

by Lois Lowry

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4.12 (1.3M ratings)
calendar_today 1993
description 208 pages

The Giver by Lois Lowry holds a highly rated rating of 4.12 out of 5, based on 1.3M reader ratings. First published in 1993. The book spans 208 pages.

About The Giver

Twelve-year-old Jonas lives in a seemingly ideal world. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver does he begin to understand the dark secrets behind this fragile community.

Detail Value
Author Lois Lowry
Published 1993
Pages 208
Genres Young Adult, Fiction, Classics, Science Fiction, Fantasy
Average Rating 4.12 / 5.00
Total Ratings 1,296,825

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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1.3M ratings
With a rating of 4.12, The Giver is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs on par. With 1.3M ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

4.12
This Book
4.03
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Giver?

The Giver is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Classics, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Giver worth reading?

Based on 1.3M reader ratings, The Giver has an average score of 4.12 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Giver?

The Giver has 208 pages.

Who wrote The Giver?

The Giver was written by Lois Lowry. It was first published in 1993.

What is the ISBN for The Giver?

The ISBN-13 for The Giver is 9780385732550.0.

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