But for the Grace of God Author:Monsignor J. Patrick Carroll-Abbing ...the exciting factual account of a life given over to the service of humanity. In his own words, Msgr. Carroll-Abbing, long a resident of Rome, related the stirring events immediately before and after the outbreak of war and his subsequent dedication - undertaken with the blessing of Pope Pius XII - to the spiritual care of the wounded. — From ... more »this last activity sprang the idea of establishing, in 1945, Boys' Town of Italy, which the author describes in moving detail, drawing unforgettable portraits of many of the thousands of boys fed, clothed, and rehabilitated through his efforts...
Following the Allied landing at Anzio and the Nazi occupation of Rome, Msgr. Carroll-Abbing became an active member of the Resistance, at times living in caves with refugees...
A study of valor, courage and gallantry, of suffering and compassion, of perseverance and unyielding determination...« less