Brightest and Best Stories of Hymns Author:George William Rutler (Editor) This collection of great hymns from the early Patristic period to the twentieth century offers inspiring accounts of their authors, composers and events connected to these hymns, as well as their significance for theology and music. This book is unique as a Catholic study of hymnody, a subject which has principally been an interest of post-Refor... more »mation denominations. This collection introduces Catholics to many forgotten works of their own tradition, as well as including many great hymns still sung today. It also treats sacred song from the Byzantine and Protestant cultures which are suitable for Catholic worship.« less