Hardcover hymnal book titled 'Hymns Ancient & Modern New Standard' published by Hymns Ancient and Modern editorial board

Hymns Ancient & Modern is one of the most influential and enduring hymn collections in the English-speaking world, first published in 1861. The New Standard edition, released in 1983, represented a major revision that incorporated both traditional and contemporary hymns, reflecting the evolving liturgical needs of Anglican and other Christian denominations. This edition maintained the balance between ancient hymns dating back centuries and modern compositions, making it a comprehensive resource for church worship. This hymnal appeals to church musicians, clergy, collectors of religious texts, and historians of Christian liturgy. The New Standard edition is particularly valued by those interested in late 20th-century Anglican worship practices and the evolution of hymnody. Collectors of religious books and church historians appreciate these volumes for their cultural significance in documenting the musical and theological traditions of Christian worship across generations.