Moriah+Sci-Fi

Moriah Sci-Fi

Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes

Verso: Charlie Gordon has friends; friends that laugh at his retardation and mindless irrationalities. Charlie only realizes these injustices after an operation that will allow him to fulfill his dream of reading and writing with ease. With this operation, Charlie's IQ soar to science-fiction levels, and his intelligence surpass those who conducted and inspired the experiment and operation. The only other being to have experienced this operation is a mouse called Algernon. Charlie and Algernon share a special connection as Charlie develops a mind of godly intelligence, the only thing dragging down Charlie is the memories from his past. The old Charlie prevents Charlie from having a normal relationship. With a declining Algernon and a murky past to improve, Charlie takes a turn for the worst.

Science Fiction Theme: The operation Charlie undertook hasn't been performed or designed and is impossible. It is a little part of the book, but it make all the difference. The rest of the book could be realistic fiction except for the fact non of it would've happened without the experimental operation.

Main Character's Problem: Charlie Gordon is tackling the sudden presence of intelligence. With that onset comes the realization of his horrific past and how stupid he once was. Charlie's old self starts to follow him when Charlie attempts to advance relationships. This is extremely difficult for Charlie because is emotions haven't matured.