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So many of the ideas on which our psychologists base their beliefs about human intelligence, memory, and learning are all wishful thinking.

— Daniel Keyes Flowers for Algernon (1966)

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There are a lot of people who will give money or materials, but very few who will give time and affection.

Flowers for Algernon (1966)

Intelligence is one of the greatest human gifts. But all too often a search for knowledge drives out the search for love.

Flowers for Algernon (1966)

Even a feeble-minded man wants to be like other men.

Flowers for Algernon (1966)

Intelligence without the ability to give and receive affection leads to mental and moral breakdown, to neurosis, and possibly even psychosis.

Flowers for Algernon (1966)

People resent being shown that they don't approach the complexities of the problem — they don't know what exists beyond the surface ripples.

Flowers for Algernon (1966)

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