4.0 out of 5 based on 3 reviews. – Customer review on 05/04/2007

Flowers for Algernon is a product of its time. In the 1950's issues of social status and questions about inherent intelligence began to be discussed. The book is simply written in an accessible format so that most people will understanf Keye's message easily. It's a classic of its era and the themes, although not as relevant in the modern world, still give us a glimpse into the attitudes of the parents and grandparents of today.

4.0 out of 5 based on 3 reviews. – Customer review on 08/12/2006

A scientist is experimenting on raising the intelligence of animals, in this case, mice. When the same technique is tried on a man who is intellectually disabled, it succeeds beyond the scientist's wildest dreams. He has actually produced a superintelligent man from his initial subject.

However, the mouse Algernon is starting to exhibit problems because of this treatment.

3.0 out of 5 based on 3 reviews. – Customer review on 17/10/2006

Soppy but interesting. The development of the protagonist leads to increased sophistication which is a great touch. Even when the language is at its most simplistic Keyes still manages to provide wonderful insight into the situations described. Hot cocoa recommended as an accompaniment.