Synopsis

Step into the extraordinary world of Meg Murry, a bright but socially awkward teenager, whose life takes a bewildering turn during a stormy night. Alongside her precocious younger brother, Charles Wallace, and their astrophysicist mother, they encounter an unearthly stranger, Mrs. Whatsit, who reveals the existence of a 'tesseract' – a wrinkle in time and space. This revelation ignites a desperate hope, for Meg's father, also an astrophysicist, mysteriously vanished years ago while researching this very concept. Joined by her classmate Calvin O'Keefe, Meg embarks on an intergalactic journey guided by Mrs. Whatsit and her equally enigmatic companions, Mrs. Who and Mrs. Which. They traverse distant planets and confront malevolent cosmic forces, including the chilling IT, in a perilous quest to rescue their father and, ultimately, protect the very fabric of the universe from encroaching darkness. It's a thrilling adventure of love, courage, and the power of individuality against conformity.

Critical Reception

"A Wrinkle in Time stands as a foundational work of children's fantasy and science fiction, celebrated for its imaginative narrative, philosophical depth, and enduring impact on generations of readers."

Adaptations

1994 Television Film, 2018 Feature Film

Metadata

ISBN:9780440498056
Pages:228
Age Rating:All Ages

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