Wrinkle in Time Reissue
I just read that one of my favorite books of all time is being re-issued for its 45th anniversary. Of course, A Wrinkle in Time has been in print continuously as far as I know throughout its 45 year life - and justifiably so. As a kid, I hungrily devoured all of the adventures of the Murray and O'Keefe clan - even such peripheral Murray/O'Keefe books like Dragon in the Waters and The Arm of the Starfish. And I'm in awe of Ms. L'Engle's reach over the decades, inspiring and delighting young readers. It's a wonderful, powerful, and lasting legacy.
In other news, Knitter's Review is doing a review of Punta Del Este's yarn. I was lucky enough to knit with Mericash for a sample for Knitting Etc and I have to second Clara's review - it's a really soft yarn. Knitting with it was *so* enjoyable, that I was a little sad when I cast off that last stitch (a little sick, I know...). I don't really know how it holds up since it was 1) a sample and 2) a baby sweater - which tends to wear differently than larger pieces I think. The fabric almost seemed felted already since it was very soft and singly plied. But it made a very pleasant fabric and the subtle color variations are gorgeous. Lucky Ithacans also have access via Knitting Etc to Punta Del Este's linen, cotton, and wool yarns too.
posted by Connie at 9:00 PM
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I heard that the re-issued version of A Wrinkle in Time contains many updates to make it a story that takes place in the present day. For example, Mrs. Whatsit no longer refers to the evil entity as the "Dark Thing" but instead calls it "Global Warming." Also, I understand Meg has to use more than just love for Charles Wallace to combat IT, and instead is forced to build a Coalition of the Willing (which Calvin declines to join because he refuses to believe there are WMD's on Camazotz).
At least, that's what I heard.
Hi Connie! Hey, I remember that book! Maybe it's time to check it out again and read it to my kiddies. Ever read Phantom Tollboth? Another goodie.
I was just looking at your sample last week with Linda and we were saying what a nice job you did and how lovely the yarn was. You're right though, it has a delicate feel to it.
Hope you're doing well!
Jessica
Global Warming...;-)
Hey Connie, thanks for your review (and Clara's is not bad, either) on the soft soft yarn! I have not tried it yet, none of my LYSs carry PDE yarns.
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