This collection contains editions of Isaac Watt's earliest hymn books, some of them published while he was still alive. The books Hymns and Spiritual Songs (1718), The Psalms of David (1719), and Divine and Moral Songs for Children (1800) are included in this collection, published in the early 18th century while Watts was still alive. Each if these hymn books were written with a significant purpose which Watts explains in each Preface.

Ann Judson, wife of Adoniram Judson, was an American Baptist missionary to the Burmese people in the 18th century. This book contains a biography of her, some of her own written works, and a history of the Baptist mission in Burma. Judson's letter to her own people in America is recorded in this book, where she implores American women to come with her and labor for the gospel in Burma, where women suffered so severely.

Olney Hymns by John Newton and William Cowper is a book that symbolizes the friendship and spiritual gifts of these two famous hymn writers. This is where the well-known gem "Amazing Grace" was first published. Unbeknownst to many who have sang this song, it was inspired by David's words in 1 Chronicles 17:16-17, where he praises God for delivering him from many troubles. The treasured hymn "There is a Fountain Filled with Blood" as well as many more timeless hymns were first published in this book.

Published in 1856, Thomas Hastings wrote this collection of hymns specifically for the youth in the Presbyterian church. The writers adapted these hymns to the tastes of children so they may learn godly lessons through worship. There are many hymns about learning in Sunday school, about respecting parents and teachers, and about Jesus being the children's friend. The preface states that the author intended to create a book that made goodness and purity seem desirable, and evil undesirable.

Published in 1896, this hymn book was created for children being raised in the Evangelical Lutheran church. The book includes lessons on specific parts of Scripture, catechisms, hymns and songs, as well as special prayers for students to learn. Singing hymns held a very important role in the education of children. It was often the best way to engage children in learning and aid them in memorization.

This hymn book was written by Edward S. Ninde. It contains a history of the development and changes of hymn writing throughout America's history. Beginning with the pilgrim fathers, this book highlights how hymns evolved in American churches up until the 1920s. This also helps readers to understand where American and English hymn writing divulged after the founding of the new nation. The author uses famous hymn writers such as Fanny Crosby, Samuel Longfellow, and Harriet Beecher Stowe to trace the history of American hymnology.