A reader may certainly argue either way with this question. My initial reaction would be to say that the book does not suggest a Taoist way of living, simply because Madeleine L'Engle is a strong Christian. The book's major theme about love may seem cliche, but it is also firmly rooted in the author's Christian beliefs. With that said, I do think that Taoist elements can be pulled from the text. A major part of Taoism is the duality of all things. Things can only be understood when thought about and held up against their opposite. Day is understood because night exists, and cold makes sense when compared to hot. In a similar vein, Meg's love exists and makes sense when it is held up against IT, who has no love.
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