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Response To Prompt 1
Think about the narrative form of the novel. How does the diaristic, journal- entry form affect the emphasis of the narrative? Is Charlie dependable as a narrator as he progresses through his various stages? Is Charlie capable of providing insight into the other characters, or is he too preoccupied with himself?

Flowers for Algernon
The Flowers for Algernon written by Daniel Key engages many human topics such as intellectual abilities over moral character, the reliance of the present to the past, and views of society on the mentally retarded. Keys effectively accomplishes though protagonist Charlie Gordon. The novel is composed in a first person journal format which allows the reader not only to see the world from Charlie's view but incorporates several core characters with Charlie providing insight into their lives and motives. This manner of writing captivates and enthuses the reader to follow on his journey of self discovery.
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