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“With our human limitations we're not always able to understand the explanations.”

Quote by Madeleine L'Engle

Book:A Wrinkle in Time Trilogy

Work

A Wrinkle in Time Trilogy

The trilogy includes 'A Wrinkle in Time,' 'A Wind in the Door,' and 'A Swiftly Tilting Planet.' It combines elements of fantasy and science fiction, blending complex scientific concepts with a compelling narrative that follows Meg Murry and her quest to find her father, who has been captured by the evil IT. The series is known for its imaginative storytelling and its exploration of themes such as love, loss, and the nature of existence. more

Author

Madeleine L'Engle

American writer, born on November 29, 1918, and died on September 6, 2007. Madeleine L'Engle is renowned for her science fiction and fantasy novels, with her most famous work being 'A Wrinkle in Time'. more

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