The Giver
Suzanne Pavlos
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at 250 WPM1h 4m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 1h 4m to read The Giver.
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The Giver
Published
June 15, 1999
Publisher
Cliffs Notes
Pages
64
ISBN-13
9780764585104
ISBN-10
076458510X
Description
The original CliffsNotes study guides offer a look into key elements and ideas within classic works of literature. CliffsNotes on The Giver explores a world in which disease, hunger, poverty, war, and lasting pain simply don't exist. The members of this utopia have given up all human emotions and memories to live in a state of Sameness. Following the story of a 12-year-old boy who recognizes the hypocrisy of his community's "social order" -- and who crafts a way to free everyone from the bane of Sameness, this study guide provides summaries and critical commentaries for each chapter within the novel. Other features that help you figure out this important work include Personal background on the author, Lois Lowry Introduction to and synopsis of the book Character descriptions Critical essays on the author's themes, style, language, and more Review section that features interactive questions and suggested essay topics Selected bibliography and list of critical works Classic literature or modern-day treasure -- you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Giver?
This edition of The Giver has approximately 64 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Giver?
For most readers, The Giver typically takes between 1h 20m and 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 16,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 4m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 16,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Giver?
The estimated word count for The Giver is approximately 16,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Giver?
The Giver was written by Suzanne Pavlos.
When was The Giver published?
The publication date for this specific edition is June 15, 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.