The Story of Our Hymns

"The Story of Our Hymns" by Ernest Edwin Ryden is a journey through the history of Christian hymns, presented from the early 1900s. The book explores how these sacred songs came to be, looking at the times and backgrounds of the people who wrote them and examines why they're important to the Christian faith, showing them as valuable parts of worship that reflect the spiritual path of believers. Beginning with the early Christians and moving forward in time, the book presents the growth of hymn writing, showcasing important people like Martin Luther and the evolution of chants throughout history.