In "Flowers for Algernon," Charlie Gordon has a complex relationship with Miss Kinnian, his teacher and mentor. Initially, she is supportive and compassionate, encouraging him to participate in the experimental surgery to increase his intelligence. As Charlie's cognitive abilities grow, their dynamic shifts; he begins to see her as more than a teacher, developing romantic feelings for her. However, as the experiment's effects begin to wane, their relationship becomes strained, highlighting the emotional distance created by his intelligence fluctuations.
Ms Kinnian was Charlies special teacher
Miss Kinnian
Charly's teacher is Alice Kinnian (played in the 1968 movie Charly by Claire Bloom).
In "Flowers for Algernon," the subplot revolves around the relationships and ethical dilemmas faced by Charlie Gordon as he undergoes an experimental procedure to increase his intelligence. As Charlie's cognitive abilities rise, he grapples with the complexities of human connection, particularly his feelings for Alice Kinnian and his changing dynamics with friends and family. This subplot highlights the emotional and social consequences of his transformation, ultimately raising questions about the nature of intelligence and the value of human experience beyond mere intellect.
Charlie sends Miss Kinnian away because he realizes that his intelligence has increased significantly, creating an emotional and intellectual gap between them. He understands that their relationship has changed, and he feels it would be unfair to her to continue the relationship under these new circumstances. Additionally, Charlie recognizes that he is becoming more isolated and wants to spare her from the pain of his transformation.
Ms Kinnian was Charlies special teacher
Miss Kinnian
The first book Charlie read with Mrs. Kinnian in "Flowers for Algernon" was "Robinson Crusoe" by Daniel Defoe. They used this book as part of their lessons to help improve Charlie's reading and comprehension skills.
Charly's teacher is Alice Kinnian (played in the 1968 movie Charly by Claire Bloom).
Ms. Kinnian knows that Frank and Joe are not Charlie's real friends because they make fun of him. Charlie doesn't understand that they are teasing him, he thinks they are his best friends.
She says to get smart you have to learn by going to school and getting an education. -Seriously people? I am 10 an i can answer this question.
He does different things at different times. At first he competes against Algernon at completing mazes. Later, he researches his own condition, trying to figure out how to retain his intelligence.
The night School ( for special adults) with miss Kinnian
Sad and sweet. He had fallen in love with his teacher, but for reasons of his stunted emotional growth could not properly pursue the relationship, or when having it, consumate it. Near the end, as his IQ was dropping, he was able to consumate it, though. It was rather bittersweet, as both of them knew that he would soon be retarded again.
Charlie Gordon, the handicapped man given the experiment. Alice, the teacher who recommends him. Dr. Straus and Dr. Nemur, the two scientists most directly involved in the experiment. Ernie and Flynn, two of the bakery employees where Charlie had worked. Algernon, the rat that had the same experiment as Charlie. Kinnian, charlies sexual partner
They go to a movie. He thinks the ending is trite, which upsets her because she realizes that he is now smarter than her.
distant