Brian Cosby addresses the many-sided nature of depression - its emotional, physical and spiritual dimensions together - rather than reducing it to any one of them, which is where most short Christian treatments go wrong.

He offers biblical wisdom and practical encouragement, and the argument throughout is that even in the depths Christ's presence gives real comfort and strength. Compassionate in tone and modest about what a book can do; written for the sufferer and for those sitting with one. This is a sensitive subject, and anyone struggling is worth encouraging toward real help as well as good reading.