Fanny Crosbys LifeStory, Fanny Crosby
Fanny Crosbys LifeStory, Fanny Crosby
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Fanny Crosby's Life-Story

Author: Fanny Crosby

Narrator: Deepika Mascarenhas

Unabridged: 3 hr 39 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/10/2023


Synopsis

Read Her exists to promote books written by Christian women. Women throughout history have written inspiring and insightful books that glorify Christ, and it's time they are read! One way Read Her seeks to make these books more accessible is by producing audiobooks available on all major audiobook distributors. Fanny Crosby’s Life-Story written by herself, are one of those works we want to bring back to the listening ear of the Christian community.Fanny Crosby's hymns have resonated across the world, leaving an enduring impact in the hearts and souls of people for many years. But who is Fanny Crosby as a person? Did her life and character align with the inspiration found in her poetry? Those who knew her well often spoke of her patience, kindness, winsome personality, and unwavering goodness. While most haven't had the privilege of knowing her personally, the desire to learn more about the woman behind the hymns is only natural.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Peggy on December 21, 2014

This is the memoir that Fanny Crosby, prolific hymnist and poet, wrote at age 83. Liveliest when it describes her youth, girlhood, and education, her personality is more puckish than I expected. Upon maturation, her story devolves into descriptions of the times that she's met numerous famous persons......more

Goodreads review by Kathryn on April 24, 2016

I appreciated seeing life through Fanny Crosby's "eyes", but I read the book on my kindle. The electronic version of this book is so filled with typographical errors that it was frustrating and distracting. It definitely diminished any enjoyment and appreciation that would have otherwise been had.......more

Goodreads review by Mary on January 05, 2023

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I have sung Fanny Crosby's hymns all my life and still love them as much today as when I was young. I pastor two United Methodist Churches, most of my parishioners are 50+ to 96 and when we sing her hymns it is 'revival' in itself.......more

Goodreads review by Mary on February 11, 2023

Wow! This is indeed a beautiful life story of a beautiful soul. Fanny Crosby was humble, despite her popularity. She attributes all glory to her God! What a blessed day it will be when “where together and forever we shall roam from star to star!”......more

Goodreads review by Lucienne Ouellette on August 05, 2018

Fanny Crosbie's life story such a great woman of our past.Her great works of literature lives on. I love listening to her hymns such a godly woman.......more