Understanding Great Literature

Understanding Flowers for Algernon

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Discusses the young adult book "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes, including the author's life, the science fiction genre, and the book's plot, characters, and themes.

"What if scientists could increase man's intelligence?" Tragic consequences come to life in the poignant words of Charlie, a mentally challenged man made brilliant through surgery. Readers will ponder the ethical use of science, the meaning of intelligence, and the importance of human affection in this science-fiction classic.
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96 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1,2000

This edition

Format
96 pages, Hardcover
Published
January 1, 2001 by Lucent Books
ISBN
9781560067849
ASIN
1560067845
Language
English

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