I've read that book years ago in class. I think I was in middle school at the time. I don't remember too much about it but I remember the basis of it. Pretty much the "transformation" of a boy who is chosen to be the new Receiver (I think) as he realizes just how limited and strict his society is. The book seems to be a criticism of "sameness" (I believe they use that term in the book), and how things would be like if everyone were the same. Sure there are different personalities, but there is not much variation in this village as opposed to our society. Only one baby allowed per "birth mother" at one time (if there are twins, one dies), everyone dies at the same age I think, everyone has the same birthdays, everyone has their career chosen for them, everyone shares their thoughts and feelings, everyone tells of their dreams, everyone sees in black and white, etc.
