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Isaac Watts : His Life and Thought, Paperback / softback Book

Isaac Watts : His Life and Thought Paperback / softback

Part of the Biography series

Paperback / softback

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Isaac Watts(1674-1748) is one of the best-known hymn-Writers in history.

He wrote over 700 hymns including the well-known "When I survey the Wondrous Cross", "O God, our help in ages past" and "Jesus shall reign where'er the sun" - hymns which are still sung to this day.

Brought up in a non-conformist church and family, Isaac Watts knew what it was to be a pastor whilst also battling prolonged periods of illness.

Leading a life, that like us all, was not without difficulty or controversy, he was able to write hymns of almost unparalleled depth and beauty, though they were often unappreciated by his own congregation.

This fascinating study considers his life, writings and continuing influence on Christians today, in a way that will illuminate and inspire.

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