A Cry Like a Bell

By Madeleine L'Engle

Book Overview

In this collection of poems of human struggle and God's grace, Madeleine L'Engle speaks across the centuries through the voices of biblical figures, like Rachel, Isaac, Mary, and Andrew.

Every one of us will find at least one character with whom we can identify--their dilemmas and struggles, moments of joy, and heart longings. Their dramatic songs echo in our minds and touch us afresh with belief in God's grace and love, no matter what our situations.

Praise for A Cry Like a Bell
"Whether in her prose or poetry, Madelein L'Engle brings illumination to her themes through her blend of insight and honesty." --Edmund Fuller

"She speaks with the awesomely stark clarity that marks the imagination of real poets. Read her poetry and be chastened and filled with joy." --Thomas Howard

"These cries of pain and joy ring down the cycles of the centuries, and listening to them, we are joined to their music." --Luci Shaw

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0877881480
• ISBN13: 9780877881483
• Release Date: March 2000
• Publisher: Shaw Books
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.0" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Adds depth to stories of Biblical characters

A Cry Like a Bell is a book of poems from the point of view of Biblical "characters", including animals (such as the ram caught in the thicket in the story of Abraham and Isaac). Madeleine L'Engle's ability to present things from the heart of each person, from Eve and Moses to Mary Magdalene and Barnabas, adds emotion and depth to the stories. The thoughts of characters who are merely mentioned in the Bible gave me the most to consider and empathize with. The fifth star in the rating is missing due to the comparison to her best works (such as Walking on Water: Reflections on Faith and Art, my personal favorite).

Exellent

This was a wonderful book. It followed Madeliene L'Engles writting style. It was discriptive interesting and entertaining. You won't be able to put it down. If you liked her other books you will difinetly love this one.