Gospel Hymns No.2

Composed by

Philip Paul Bliss, American, 1838 - 1876

Ira D. Sankey, American

Owned by

Harriet Tubman, American, 1822 - 1913

Caption

Gospel Hymns No. 2, by P. P. Bliss and Ira D. Sankey, Harriet Tubman’s personal book of hymns.

Description

Book of hymns by P.P. Bliss and Ira D. Sankey, 112 pages, discolored cover with black printing, text and binding. The text reads "Gospel hymns No. 2, BY PP. BLISS AND IRA D. SANKEY AS USED BY THEM IN GOSPEL MEETINGS." The typography used on the cover is unique and memorable, utilizing abstract shapes. 

Object number

2009.50.25

Medium

ink on paper, cardboard

Dimensions

H x W x D: 8 3/16 x 5 3/8 x 9/16 in. (20.8 x 13.7 x 1.4 cm)