Compassionate Touch

by Douglas Wead

Haunting stories of prostitutes, lepers and beggars on the streets of Calcutta -- and their response to a daring demonstration of God's love.

192 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1980

Reviews

[Sara Best · Rating 5 out of 5]

A prostitute, a drug addict, a beggar, a hopelessly deformed child, a leper--all wallow in the wretchedness of life on the streets of Calcutta. They represent the drama of human misery enacted in this hell-hole of the world. But they are the lucky ones. Into their lives comes an angel of mercy in the form of Mark Buntain. He offers them medical attention, food, clothing, a home, encouragement and, best of all, the love and forgiveness of God. This ministry to Calcutta's outcasts requires great personal sacrifice on the part of the Buntain family--a sacrifice impossible to make except for the motivating factor of compassion. --From publisher's description.

[Bill Milligan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I purchased this book back in the late 1970's and for the next 3 decades it continues to be a favorite in my spiritual library.

[Ellen Benefield · Rating 1 out of 5]

Well written, quick read. Made me feel terrible.