A review by desireed
Penguins and Golden Calves: Icons and Idols by Madeleine L'Engle, Madeleine L'Engle

4.0

4.5 stars - I’ve yet to grow tired of Madeleine’s musings and tone, her stories or poetry or theological ramblings. She was brilliant and she was human in full and bright and beautiful ways that I’m grateful to be nourished by. This book is another that I’ll buy and be sure to re-read. Her differentiation between icons and idols is helpful and refreshing and cause for a continual posture of repentance. I also appreciate that though she does share her perspective on various “hot topics” in Christianity she doesn’t force her opinions, instead presenting them as possibilities and typically ending with a sentiment that can be summarized as “but what do I know? I am human and only know a fraction of anything!” This is what keeps me coming back to her writings. She invites the reader to ponder with her, encourages them to ponder with God, and inspires us all to live more fully with Love. A highly recommended, “read a chapter before bed” type of book!