"United States." . . "Poets, American 19th century Biography." . . "Hymn writers United States Biography." . . "Poets, American." . . "Hymn writers." . . "Blind." . . "Here, in Fanny Crosby's own words, is the story of her life, from birth and the event that caused her blindness at six weeks of age, to her eighty-sixth year. With warmth and sensitivity she recounts how she began to write poetry and went on to become the most prolific hymnwriter of the late 1800s. Fanny Crosby writes, \"By including even som incidents that, in themselves, may seem trivial, I have tried to make this account a full and accurate biography. In modesty, however, I have also desired to render my story as simple as possible, in fact, to give a vivid picture of my work, my opinions and my aspirations, not only as a teacher but also as a writer of sacred songs.\" In her first chapter Fanny Crosby describes her own story as \"flowers\" plucked from \"the garden of memory.\" Her recollections are truly a bouquet of memories. Both text and photos capture the multi-colored hues of nineteenth-century life and the career of a beloved hymnwriter who was wholly dedicated to her craft. Included are personal insights about noted politicians, generals, evangelists, and fellow hymnwriters. - Back cover."@en . . "Biography" . "Biography"@en . . . . . . . . . "\"Told in her own words, this book relates her story of a life characterized by great spiritual depth and profuse creativity. Her life was as remarkable as her writing. Blinded as an infant, Fanny Crosby began generating verses while still a young child. Her lifelong passion for God infused her lyrics with evangelistic zeal, pointing all, listeners and singers alike, to a loving and welcoming God. In the recollections, she offers the tender memories and gentles insights of a woman who lived her life not defined by limitations but bursting in creativity--all through God's love.\"--Inside Cover." . "Life of the beloved hymn writer, told in her own words"@en . . . "Fanny J. Crosby : an autobiography : the life of the beloved hymn writer, told in her own words"@en . . . . "In her own words Fanny Crosby tells the story of life from her birth to her eighty-sixth year." . . . . . . "Fanny J. Crosby an autobiography" . . . . "An autobiography" . "Reflections of 19th century American hymn writer on her 86 years of life. Memories include her work as a hymn writer as well as thoughts about missions, politics, the church and its leadership."@en . . . "Fanny j. crosby : an autobiography"@en . . . . . . . "Fanny J. Crosby : an autobiography"@en . "Fanny J. Crosby : an autobiography" . . . "Hymns Biography." . . "1800 - 1899" . . "Blind United States Biography." . .