Songs for the King's Business

The book is in fair condition, exhibiting wear consistent with age. The red cloth cover shows signs of edge wear and minor fraying at the corners and spine. The binding remains intact, ensuring all pages are secure. There is no dust jacket, and the interior pages show light foxing but are otherwise clean and legible.

"Songs for the King's Business," edited and published by Franklin Edson Belden in 1909, is a significant collection of gospel songs designed for a variety of religious services, including Evangelistic Service, Young People’s Society, and Bible School. Published by F. G. Fischer in Chicago, this edition showcases compositions from numerous acclaimed hymn writers and musicians. Belden, known for his contributions to Christian hymnody, offers a compilation that nearly doubles the typical number of musical compositions found in similar hymnals of the time. This particular edition is notable for its breadth, containing 400 hymns, 256 pages, and a strong "Chorus Department." The book's historical and musical value is enhanced by its comprehensive nature, catering to choirs and individual musicians alike. The condition of this copy is fair, with noticeable wear on its red cloth cover, typical of a book over a century old, yet it remains intact and complete, offering a valuable glimpse into early 20th-century gospel music.