This short biography of American hymn writer and gospel singer James McGranahan provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a beloved figure in evangelical history. Born in 1840, McGranahan was renowned for his powerful and uplifting hymns, and his work as a singing evangelist inspired generations of Christians. This book is a tribute to his life, his art, and his enduring impact on American religious culture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.