flowers for algernon

Each volume provides discussions of the literary and historical background of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes concise synopses of plot, characters and themes, a brief author biography, discussion of the story's cultural and historical significance, and excerpted criticism.

Works included represent a wide range of circumstances in which individuals experience prejudice in American, British and world literature. The discussion goes well beyond race, religion, and gender into ethnicity, social status, mental and physical health, and personal beliefs and behaviors.

Presents a synopsis of Daniel Keyes's "Flowers for Algernon" accompanied by pre- and post-reading activities and reproducible comprehension, writing, and vocabulary activity sheets.

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.

Author Daniel Keyes discusses his inspirations for his award-winning novel "Flowers for Algernon.".