Lament for a Son is a deeply personal and poignant expression of grief by Nicholas Wolterstorff following the tragic death of his son, Eric, in a mountain-climbing accident in Austria. Eric was only twenty-five years old.

In this heartfelt memoir, Wolterstorff shares his journey through sorrow, hoping that his words might resonate with others who sit on the mourning bench for children. He discovers that in the specificity of his lament, there is a universal connection. Many who have lost children, as well as those who have experienced other forms of loss, have found solace in his words.

This book has transformed into a love-song, as every lament, ultimately, is a testament to love. Wolterstorff's exploration of grief is both an intimate tribute to his son and a broader reflection on the nature of loss and love.