Description
Paperback cover has some wear along edges. Spine is taped. Minor tears along edges. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This early 20th-century hymnal, “The Sacred Hour of Song,” offers a window into the musical traditions of the Christian Science movement during its formative years. Compiled and edited by Mack Harrell, a figure whose contributions to the faith’s liturgical music remain understudied, this volume represents a fascinating artifact of the Christian Science Church’s efforts to establish its own distinct musical identity. The selection of sacred solos, carefully curated for use in Christian Science services, reflects the movement’s emphasis on spiritual healing and its rejection of certain mainstream Christian doctrines. For collectors interested in the intersections of religion, music, and printing history, this well-preserved copy presents an opportunity to explore the rich cultural tapestry woven by one of America’s most influential metaphysical movements.
