The Transformative Power of Friendship in The Mysterious Benedict Society

Abstract

The research paper focuses on the transformative power of friendship, as it is essential in the present world. The children are found to be more influenced by friends than anyone. It is the friendship that shapes the child's activities, but in the present world, most of the friendships could be termed utility friendships, as stated by Aristotle. Therefore, with the help of the novel The Mysterious Benedict Society, the framework and qualities of good friendship and its importance in transformation are analysed in this paper. The incidents that led to trust and the development of friendship are revealed by the incidents from the novel. Through the research, it is evident that trust, cooperation, teamwork, and concern are the main qualities of friendship that would transform a person to a greater level for significant achievements.