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Donovan's Brain by Curt Siodmak
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... a driven, experimental quest and the consequences of tampering with the mind?
Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes
If you were gripped by Dr. Cory's relentless mission to keep Donovan's brain alive and harness its intelligence, you'll be fascinated by Charlie Gordon's journey as he undergoes a radical procedure to enhance his intellect in Flowers for Algernon. The story immerses you in the emotional highs and lows of scientific ambition, much like the dangerous experiment in Donovan's Brain.
... the psychological unraveling of scientists confronting the unknown?
Solaris by Stanisław Lem
If you enjoyed the intense psychological tension and the unraveling of Dr. Cory’s mind under the influence of Donovan’s brain, you’ll be captivated by Solaris. Here, psychologist Kris Kelvin faces the mysterious, mind-bending power of a sentient planet, challenging his sanity and perception of reality, reminiscent of the mental battles in Donovan's Brain.
... a protagonist whose ethics blur as scientific obsession takes hold?
The Invisible Man by H. G. Wells
If you were drawn to Dr. Cory’s moral descent and questionable choices in pursuit of scientific glory, you’ll appreciate Griffin’s spiral in The Invisible Man. As his experiments isolate him and erode his morality, you’ll find the same unsettling, ambiguous protagonist you encountered in Donovan’s Brain.
... unexpected, shocking turns as characters struggle with duality?
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson
If the shocking revelations and sudden shifts in Donovan’s Brain kept you turning pages, you’ll be drawn into the suspense of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The narrative’s unexpected twists—revealing the true nature of Hyde—mirror the jaw-dropping moments of psychological and physical transformation in Donovan’s Brain.
... the dangers and ethical dilemmas of scientific experimentation?
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
If you found the scientific premise and the ethical questions in Donovan’s Brain compelling, Frankenstein’s tale of Victor Frankenstein’s tragic attempt to conquer death through science will resonate deeply. The classic conflict between innovation and morality is at the heart of both stories.
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