A Circle of Quiet (Paperback)

~ Madeleine L'engle (Author) "We are four generations under one roof this summer, from in Charlotte to almost-ninety Great-grandmother..." (more)
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"My favorite of all Madeleine L'Engle's books. Lovely, charming, a book to cherish. I know it will give great consolation to ordinary people who sometimes wonder why they bother to get out of bed in the morning." -- Jean Kerr

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"Fans will enjoy meeting the people, the cultural passions, the real-life situations that are transformed into loving husbands, large happy families, artistic adolescents, prescient children, and illuminating vignettes in L'Engle's books." -The New York Times Book Review

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: HarperOne; later printing edition (January 1, 1984)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0062545035
• ISBN-13: 978-0062545039
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #43,015 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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37 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I bought 10 copies of this and passed it out to my friends., August 3, 1997

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When I first read this, I was a young mother, working full time and trying to get a master's degree! This book became my "Circle of Quiet" where I could slow down and remember what was important to me. When it came out in paperback, I dipped into the grocery money and bought 10 copies and gave it to every friend, saying "You've got to read this." Madeline L'Engle's way of sharing the magic and mystery of everyday life probably saved my sanity. It was like having an older "wise woman" friend to go to. I've always been grateful she was there when I needed her

48 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wisdom for Humans, July 10, 2000

By	TKP (Herndon, VA USA) - See all my reviews

Madeleine L'Engles wonderful book A Circle of Quiet was full of many "a-ha" moments - moments where I thought, "I know exactly what she means," or, "I've thought that too." As a writer, I find her discussion of rejection to be empowering. As a Christian, I find her doubts to be reassuring because I have them too. L'Engle is frank and critical without stooping to meanness. She is often as critical of herself as she is of others or of society. Her writing is clear and vivid. I can see her surroundings and hear her family's voices as I read her words. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys memoirs.

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An oasis of peace!, September 20, 1998

By	Deb([e-mail]) "weissman29" (Jaffrey, NH) - See all my reviews

This book (and the rest of her Crosswick Journals) have been a source of great comfort and inspiration for me. Her search for "being" and meaning provide support as I struggle with the same questions about life and faith. Her writings provide much food for thought and this book is beautifully written. Definitely a book to digest slowly. This book and her other journals have formed a good part of my spiritual reading this summer.