I read this too many decades ago to give it a proper review, but the fact that it still moves me when I think of how affecting it is speaks volumes to its quiet power. The subject matter, as we learn more details, is a look at darkness nearly unimaginable to most human beings with an once of compassion. It is nearly a miracle recorded on paper; a miracle of kindness and perseverance and hope; a miracle of light overcoming darkness; a miracle of goodness overcoming evil; and a miracle of hope overcoming despair and trauma so horrific, success did not seem possible. I don't recall it being weighted down by medical terms or psychology, but geared more towards the average person. I may in fact have been a teenager when I read this, it's been so long ago. No Language But a Cry, if you can find it today, is a testamant to the human spirit, and a reminder to never give up on a person, no matter how bleak their prospect of recovery. It is a book about love and kindness and the dedication of one man trying to help against all odds. Even all these years later, I highly recommend it. ( )

This is one of those books that influenced my decision to commit my working life to helping others. ( )

Wonderful book about what can happen if people are willing to try. The patience of those working with Laura was inspiring. The nuns really make the story, and he parts describing them were my favourites. ( )