The tragic death of the Princess of Wales was followed by the announcement of the death of Mother Teresa of Calcutta.
After the vast coverage by the press of every detail of the royal funeral came a deeply contrasting, yet in some ways strangely similar theme. Here, in contrast with the beautiful young woman involved in charities, was the old woman with the steely determination to fight for the poor. It is not surprising that one broadcaster referred to them both being in heaven!
Let me comment briefly on these events with an introductory qualification. It is not my concern to evaluate the medical and social work of the elderly nun. There are critics ready to do that, witness the very critical TV broadcast some time ago. I am in no position to judge since I have little knowledge of Calcutta save what I read in the papers or hear on radio or TV.
