Literature
Flowers for Algernon
Daniel Keyes · 1966
Lindy Score
5,334·Classic
60 yrs
Age
2
Endorsers
Why it endured
A man with an IQ of 68 undergoes experimental surgery that makes him a genius — then watches it fade. One of the most emotionally devastating science fiction stories ever written.
What they're saying
2 people recommend this book
Naval RavikantEntrepreneur & philosopher
““Understand” by Ted Chiang is a brilliant revisit of “Flowers for Algernon.” Drop everything and read it.”
PewDiePieContent creator & book reviewer
“It's a very tragic sad story. It was really fun to read from start to finish however and I really really enjoyed it. It was a great recommendation. Thank you, Brad. Appreciated it.”