He has praise for the fortitude of the victims - in particular the courage of the children he met - and for the outstanding relief effort, along with some personal anecdotes of individuals who made a particular impression.

Earthquake reports by David Ferguson:

Once an oasis - The tragedy of Dongqi School

British medical team finishes mission to Sichuan

Exclusive: Sorrow and hope

Pitiless mountains

An opportunity in Mianzhu City?

The fall of Liu Xiu

More temporary homes ready for quake victims

The toll of the mountain roads

Dutch search dogs support the rescue effort

(China.org.cn)