Portrait of Fanny Crosby

Fanny Crosby books in order

19th century Christian hymnist

Lived
1820–1915
Country
United States
Books
5

Fanny Crosby published 1 non-fiction book, 3 poetry collections and 1 other book, beginning with The Blind Girl, and Other Poems (1844). The best-known is Memories of Eighty Years (1906).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Fanny Crosby

Non-fiction in order

  1. Memories of Eighty Years (1906)

    253 pages

Poetry in order

  1. The Blind Girl, and Other Poems (1844)

  2. Bells at Evening and Other Verses (1902)

    224 pages

  3. life-story (1903)

    160 pages

Other books in order

  1. Story of Ninety-four Years (1915)

    192 pages

About Fanny Crosby

Frances Jane van Alstyne, more commonly known as Fanny J. Crosby, was an American mission worker, poet, lyricist, and composer. A prolific hymnist, she wrote more than 8,000 hymns and gospel songs, with more than 100 million copies printed. She is also known for her teaching and rescue mission work. By the end of the 19th century, she had become a household name.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Fanny Crosby FAQ

How many books has Fanny Crosby written?
Fanny Crosby published 1 non-fiction book, 3 poetry collections and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Fanny Crosby's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Memories of Eighty Years.
What is Fanny Crosby's last book?
Memories of Eighty Years (1906).
What is Fanny Crosby's most famous book?
Memories of Eighty Years (1906) is Fanny Crosby's most widely read book.

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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.