Overview

It is possible to find hymns in which the most profound emotions are expressed. They are also essential to the literary history of the English speaking people. References to hymns are constant and quotatons from hymns in modern English usage are frequent. The ever popular presenter of Songs of Praise has now made her own selection of hymns in this charming and beautifully illustrated anthology. The selection is very personal as the author explains how each hymn has had a particular message or significance for her at key moments in her own life- sometimes these are moments of joy and happiness and sometimes at times of tragedy and sadness. Sally Magnusson also explains why she dislikes many hymns and why they are not included. Who is these days of political correctness for example can sing lustlly words like 'The rich man in his castle, the poor man at his gate'. More pertinent to our day and age are hymns with phrases such as 'Change and decay in all around I see' and the celebrated hymn by Martin Luther which runs 'A Firm Stronghold is our God'. In a reference to a number of hymns which do not appeal to her Sally Magnusson writes: 'I can only take so much blood-stained imagery before lunch'. At all times, Sally Magnusson writes with great charm - a charm which those who watch Songs of Praise will recognise as being entirely her own. This is a perfect gift book.

Full Product Details

Author:   Sally Magnusson
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:   Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
Edition:   New edition
Dimensions:   Width: 15.30cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 21.90cm
Weight:   0.290kg
ISBN:  

9780826476678

ISBN 10:   0826476678
Pages:   136
Publication Date:   27 May 2004
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Out of stock  

Table of Contents

1. By cool Siloam's shady rill; 2. The Maister came up to the city; 3. Blessed assurance; 4. Silent night; 5. I to the hills will lift mine eyes; 6. Fight the good fight; 7. Just as a Single flower ; 8. King of glory, king of peace; 9. Chief of chiefs; 10. Jerusalem; 11. Be still my soul; 12. We cannot measure how you heal; 13. Love divine; 14. Thou art, Lord Jesus, king alone; 15. O perfect love; 16. Lead, kindly light; 17. Great is thy faithfulness; 18. O for a thousand tongues; 19. All creatures of our God and king; 20. Praise, my soul, the king of heaven; 21. Soul of my Saviour; 22. In the bleak mid-winter; 23. When I survey the wondrous cross; 24. Who can sound the depths of sorrow; 25. Glorious things of thee are spoken; 26. All in the April evening; 27. Guide me, O thou great Jehovah; 28. Burns Grace; 29. The Lord's my shepherd; 30. Lord, you have come to the sea-shore; 31. Dear Lord and father of mankind; 32. Abide with me; 33. O Love that wilt not let me go; 34. Be thou my vision; 35. The Lord bless thee and keep thee

Reviews

'.. this charming and beautifully illustrated anthology.. is written with passion, wit and charm. It invites us to look at hymns in a new light, as glorious things which sink deep into our hearts and minds and remain there as milestones on our journey through life.' - The Universe

Author Information

Sally Magnusson, the daughter of Magnus Magnusson, lives outside Glasgow with her film-director husband and five children. Every week she presents the evening current affairs programme on BBC Scotland but is also a regular presenter of Songs of Praise.

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