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“The community of the Giver had achieved at such great price. A community without danger or pain. But also, a community without music, color or art. And books.” quote by Lois Lowry — Download Open image

“The community of the Giver had achieved at such great price. A community without danger or pain. But also, a community without music, color or art. And books.”

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