A Wrinkle in Time | Chapter 12 - Darkness and Light: The Final Battle
Episode Summary:
In this dramatic finale of Banned Camp's season 5 exploring A Wrinkle in Time, Dan and Jennifer dive into the climactic chapter where Meg faces IT in a battle of wills. As Meg channels the power of love to save Charles Wallace, our hosts dissect the profound themes of love, courage, and individuality that ripple through this ending. This episode unpacks the pivotal moments defining Meg's journey and examines the implications of Madeleine L'Engle's messages against societal conformity and the dangers of centralized control. Join us as we reflect on the entire book and its resonating message about the strength found in vulnerability and the transformative power of love.
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Featured Clips:
This episode’s featured clips include a memorable line from "The Blues Brothers" with the iconic "We're on a mission from God," a tune from "Aunt Bee" by The Liberty Photoshop Crew celebrating the wholesome vibes of Aunt Beast, and a thrilling excerpt from Prince’s “Let's Go Crazy” that perfectly captures the episode's climactic energy.
Disclaimer:
Banned Camp brings you engaging discussions and readings of banned books, all within the bounds of fair use guidelines. Our exploration of A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle aims to ignite critical thinking and inspire conversations about literature, censorship, and societal themes. The original work A Wrinkle in Time remains under the copyright holder's ownership. We encourage supporting the original author by obtaining copies of their works. Please note that our podcast is not officially connected with Madeleine L'Engle, her estate, or the publishers of A Wrinkle in Time. Any monetization related to the podcast is separate from the copyrighted content discussed. We aim to foster educational dialogue and appreciation of these works, operating within the fair use framework.
IMPORTANT PROGRAMMING NOTE:
Season 6 of Banned Camp premieres on June 4th, and we've picked a fantastic book for this season. “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe” by Benjamin Alire Sáenz.
It’s our first contemporary book. Publisher’s Weekly described it as a tender, honest exploration of identity. It explores friendship and sexuality through the experiences of two Mexican-American teenagers living in El Paso in the 1980s. Join us for season six!
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