Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club – “Flowers for Algernon” by Daniel Keyes

Waterstones Putney’s Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club meets this Wednesday evening to discuss Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes – one of the most celebrated and emotionally powerful works in science fiction history.

First published as a short story in 1959 and expanded into a novel in 1966, Flowers for Algernon tells the story of Charlie Gordon, a man with an intellectual disability who undergoes an experimental procedure to dramatically increase his intelligence. The novel is told through Charlie’s journal entries, giving readers an intimate and heartbreaking window into his transformation. It explores profound questions about identity, humanity, and what it truly means to be intelligent.

The Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club at Waterstones Putney meets regularly to explore the best in speculative fiction – from classic science fiction to contemporary fantasy. Sessions run from 6–7pm and are completely free to attend. Whether you are a lifelong genre fan or a curious newcomer, all readers are welcome.

Waterstones Putney is located at 5 Exchange Centre, Putney High Street (SW15 1TW), inside the Putney Exchange Shopping Centre, a short walk from East Putney Underground station (District line) and Putney railway station.

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