Fanny Crosby’s Story of Ninety-Four Years (The Blind Hymn Writer) [Hardcover] as told to S. Trevena Jackson Fanny Crosby

Description

Original 1915 edition. Hardcover has some shelf wear and slight fraying at edges. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This remarkable volume offers a firsthand account of the life and work of Fanny Crosby, one of the most prolific and influential hymn writers in American history. Penned in her 94th year, this autobiography provides a rare glimpse into the mind and spirit of a woman who, despite losing her sight as an infant, overcame immense challenges to compose over 8,000 hymns and gospel songs that have inspired generations of believers.

Crosby’s hymns, such as “Blessed Assurance,” “To God Be the Glory,” and “Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior,” have become staples in Protestant hymnals and continue to resonate with churchgoers today. Her unwavering faith and poetic gift shine through in this candid memoir, which traces her journey from her humble beginnings in Putnam County, New York, to her rise as a celebrated writer and speaker.

This first edition copy, though bearing the gentle patina of age, remains a cherished artifact for collectors and devotees of American religious literature. Crosby’s narrative offers a poignant and uplifting testament to the power of perseverance, faith, and the transformative impact of sacred music.