Flowers for Algernon — by Daniel Keyes - Lightly Used

Flowers for Algernon — by Daniel Keyes

ISBN / Code: 9780156030083 | 50799
Condition: Lightly Used

Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes is a classic science-fiction novel about Charlie Gordon, a man with an intellectual disability who undergoes an experimental procedure designed to dramatically increase his intelligence. The story is told through Charlie's progress reports as he experiences the remarkable effects of the experiment and the profound changes it brings to his relationships, emotions, and understanding of the world.

Daniel Keyes explores intelligence, happiness, human dignity, scientific ethics, friendship, love, and the treatment of people with intellectual disabilities. The novel raises important questions about the responsibilities of scientists and whether greater intelligence necessarily leads to greater happiness.

A good choice for readers who enjoy thoughtful science fiction, emotional literary stories, ethical questions, and character-driven novels.

Why You’ll Love This Book
Classic science-fiction story with an emotional and thought-provoking plot
Explores intelligence, happiness, identity, and human dignity
Examines the ethics and consequences of scientific experimentation
Features themes of friendship, love, loneliness, and personal growth
A well-known and frequently studied work of modern science fiction

Book Details
Author: Daniel Keyes
Title: Flowers for Algernon
Audience: Adult Readers / Young Adult Readers
Genre: Science Fiction / Literary Fiction / Drama