Famous Hymns Of The World: Their Origin And Their Romance (1905)

By Allan Sutherland and Sutherland Sutherland

Book Overview

Famous Hymns Of The World: Their Origin And Their Romance (1905) by Allan Sutherland is a comprehensive book that explores the origins and stories behind some of the most beloved hymns from around the world. The book is divided into chapters, each dedicated to a specific hymn, and provides a detailed historical account of the hymn's creation, its significance and the story behind its lyrics. The book covers a wide range of hymns from different religions and cultures, including Christian hymns, Jewish hymns, and even some traditional African hymns. The author delves into the lives of the hymn writers, their inspirations, and the social and cultural contexts that influenced their work. The book is a fascinating insight into the rich history and cultural significance of some of the most beloved hymns of all time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in music, history, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116407623X
• ISBN13: 9781164076230
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 472 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"