Lyra Anglicana

Lyra Anglicana is a book written by Robert H. Baynes that provides a collection of English hymns from the 15th to the 19th century. The book is divided into four parts, each representing a different era of English hymnody. Part one contains hymns from the 15th and 16th centuries, including works by John Taverner and Thomas Tallis. Part two includes hymns from the 17th century, including works by Henry Purcell and John Blow. Part three features hymns from the 18th century, including works by Charles Wesley and John Newton. Finally, part four contains hymns from the 19th century, including works by John Henry Newman and John Keble. The book also includes an introduction that provides historical context and information about the hymns and their composers. Overall, Lyra Anglicana is a comprehensive collection of English hymns that provides insight into the evolution of hymnody in England over the course of several centuries.1870. Found in this work is a collection and arrangement of hymns and sacred songs. It is intended as a supplement to many books of a similar character already in print. A considerable number of the hymns inserted in this book will be new to a majority of readers, but the author believed they would be added to the list of those sacred songs most dear to Christian hearts.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.