This book contains a collection of 888 Christian hymns, complete with musical notation and lyrics. It contains all the original Pieces, together with additional sacred songs and solos. This fantastic volume is highly recommended for those with a love for Christian songs, and it is not to be missed by discerning collectors. Ira David Sankey (1840 - 1908), also known as "The Sweet Singer of Methodism", was an American composer and gospel singer. Many vintage texts such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this book now, in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned biography of the author.