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Penguins and Golden Calves: Icons and Idols in Antarctica and Other Unexpected Places
Penguins and Golden Calves Icons and Idols in Antarctica and Other Unexpected Places Author:Madeleine L'Engle, Madeleine L'Engle, Madeleine L'Engle Despite protests and warnings from friends and family, author Madeleine L?Engle, at the age of seventy-four, embarked on a rafting trip to Antarctica. Her journey through the startling beauty of the continent led her to write Penguins and Golden Calves, a captivating discussion of how opening oneself up to icons, or everyday ?windows to God,? le... more »ads to the development of a rich and deeply spiritual faith.
Here, L?Engle explains how ordinary things such as family, words, the Bible, heaven, and even penguins can become such windows. She also shows how such a window becomes an idol?a penguin becomes a ?golden calf??when we see it as a reflection of itself instead of God.
With delightful language, insightful metaphor, and personal stories, L?Engle brings readers to a deeper understanding of themselves, their faith, and the presence of God in their daily lives.« less