
Why Flowers for Algernon Was My Favorite Book of 2024 | EP 83
The Read Well Podcast
Ethics of Transformation
This chapter examines the ethical dilemmas involved in a transformative experiment on a vulnerable character, revealing the scientists' self-serving motivations. It draws parallels between the character's journey and classical tragic figures, exploring themes of responsibility, ambition, and the complex interplay between intelligence, happiness, and moral accountability.
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