Deirdre Kiernan answers “Can anyone explain me why didn't they all...”

Jamila Huseynova asked this question about Never Let Me Go:

Can anyone explain me why didn't they all run away from that place? Because I could not figure out that part.

Deirdre Kiernan These were genetically engineered to provide a source of transplant tissues. After wondering at the calm acceptance of their fate, I began to be suspi…moreThese were genetically engineered to provide a source of transplant tissues. After wondering at the calm acceptance of their fate, I began to be suspicious that they were created to be good social animals, placid and none too bright. They were not treated like real children--their minds were evidently not regarded as worth education. There was sex education, but not about conception--I think they were created sterile and as low libido as possible. (less)

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Lisa Mooc They were educated, at Hailsham at least. They read books and poetry. Miss Emily mentions that at the end, that they made them educated and cultured - ...more
May 05, 2018 05:49PM · flag

Jonathan They weren't mentally altered, and their behavior wasn't any different from how most people behave in their own dead-end situations. ...more
Jan 22, 2022 09:34AM · flag

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