Emphasizes the English hymn as a literary entity within denominational and historical contexts, from the early Church through the twentieth century. With a listing of works for further reading and an index to all hymns discussed.

About the Author
Samuel J. Rogal chairs the Division of Humanities and Fine Arts at Illinois Valley Community College. A specialist in hymnology and eighteenth-century British literature and religion, he has published books and articles on John and Charles Wesley, Isaac Watts, Sabine Baring-Gould, Stephen Foster, Arthur Seymour Sullivan, temperance and gospel song, and the relationship between literature and hymnody.

Reviews
...valuable both for the historical information it provides and for its appreciative evaluation of the religious treasures enshrined in English-language hymns. * Adris Newsletter *
...adds its part to what continues to be an on-going study of great worth and interest. * Sacred Music *



Book Information
ISBN 9780810824164
Author Samuel J. Rogal
Format Hardback
Page Count 336
Imprint Scarecrow Press
Publisher Scarecrow Press
Weight(grams) 476g
Dimensions(mm) 203mm * 150mm * 24mm