A Wrinkle in Time--Varnika

 

The concept of land between worlds, and life existing beyond our universe are ideas that

have not been well explored, and do not have much documented about yet. Even with the little

knowledge we hold about these lands, it is yet to be seen if there are good and evil entities that

exist in these lands as well.

In the book, “A Wrinkle in Time,” written by Madeleine L’Engle (published through

“Square Fish” publishing company), we follow the story of a girl named Meg Murry, who is

struggling with the disappearance of her dad. Her dad happens to be a physicist who tampers

with the idea of the space time continuum, and manages to unlock the truth of separate universes

that are currently unknown to man. As he gets captured between planets by an evil force called

the “IT,” his disappearance case becomes ignored by search officials, and evolves into several

falsehoods over what the current state of Meg’s father, Alex Murry, has become. The

disappearance eventually had been accepted by the family, but had been the primary reason for

Meg’s troubles and decline in performance and willingness to socialize with those around her. As

these issue became a great burden to her, one of the Murry family’s neighbors, Mrs. Whatsit

(known as the deranged person of their community), arrived at their house and revealed to Meg

the truth behind her father’s disappearance. Throughout her explanation, she describes the only

possible way to rescue her father is entering through a tesseract, which is a cube that functions to

transport one through time and space, from one dimension to another.

As the book is written through a third person perspective, we can see the sympathy the

author feels for each character as L’engle describes the emotions they experience throughout the

course of the book. Beginning chapter one, L’Engle begins the story with dark imagery,

foreshadowing the negative situation the Murry family is currently facing and having to endure.

The author shows clear sympathy for Meg, as she struggles with bullying from her peers, simply

based on her looks, and rumors about her family situation. We eventually see the different

aspects of emotions each character is experiencing based on their family situation, as well as the

extent they care for each other. This is highlighted as Meg, her younger brother Charles, and her

school friend Calvin O’Keefee, face dangers in several unknown realms, but decide to put each

other's safety first. Despite all the conflicts they have burdening them back home, the affection

they show for each other allows for both the author and the reader to be intrigued as to the

character development we are to see in the future, commiserating their every move.

L’Engle writes the book in a straightforward manner, allowing readers to have an easy

time deciphering the emotional capabilities of the characters, and can easily relate to them.

L'Engle develops her characters with depth and complexity. Meg Murry, is a flawed character

who undergoes significant growth throughout the story. The story is primarily told from a

third-person limited perspective, focusing on Meg's thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This

allows readers to connect with Meg on a personal level and understand her internal struggles.

Other characters, such as Mrs. Whatsit, Mrs. Who, and Mrs. Which are mysterious and

enigmatic, adding layers to the narrative. These different character complexities that are directly

explained tie in well with the obscure concepts of quantum physics the author decides to make a

key part of the story, as all these minor ideas are most likely new to readers. As the book is

written in an elementary manner, the audience can consider this book to be an easy reader, and is

a great book to begin with if you are new to the genre of Science Fiction. L'Engle uses

descriptive language to create a rich and imaginative world. She often employs vivid metaphors

and similes to help readers visualize the fantastic and otherworldly settings. The book can be a

great reader for those who are not familiar with Science Fiction as the book highlights important

central ideas that can be understandable to those who have dealt with the same experiences, such

as the loss of a loved one. The novel explores complex themes such as the battle between good

and evil, the power of love, the nature of conformity, and the importance of individuality.

L'Engle's writing delves into these themes in a thoughtful and thought-provoking manner.

Overall, Madeleine L'Engle's writing style in "A Wrinkle in Time" is characterized by its

imaginative and thought-provoking nature, its deep characterization, and its ability to blend

science, spirituality, and philosophy into a compelling narrative. These elements have

contributed to the enduring popularity and literary significance of the book, and should be

considered as a great reader for all readers.