The Meaning of Suffering Paperback – January 1, 1961 by Ralph W. Sockman
 
This study has not been prepared merely for those who are puzzled about the mystery of their own misery. It is written for those who are sufficiently Christian to be concerned about the sufferings of others. And young readers, who may not have had much experience of suffering and hence may not be deeply interested, should remember that Romain Rolland said that the comprehension of what is real in art cannot be arrived at except through pain. "Sorrow," he said, "is the touchstone." Certainly sorrow is the touchstone in the art of living. We never appreciate the real values of life until we come to them in trouble. [From the Introduction]
 
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