The Hymn as Literature - Paperback

The Hymn as Literature is a book written by Jeremiah Bascom Reeves that explores the literary aspects of hymns. The book delves into the history and evolution of hymns, examining their structure, language, and themes. Reeves also analyzes the ways in which hymns have been used in literature, including in poetry and fiction. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the cultural and religious significance of hymns, as well as their artistic value. It is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of literature, music, and religious studies.1924. The hymn as the most ancient type of literature and as a most pervasive and powerful kind of poetry has not had its just dues from the critics. They have not so much frowned upon the hymn as they have given it a sort of deferential toleration, exempting it from its liabilities as well as its rights in the realm of letters. Contents: the hymn; hymns ancient and medieval; native English hymn; English psalmody; Isaac Watts; period of the Wesleys; Bishop Heber and the romantic revival; the 19th century; import of the hymn book.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.