There Is a Happy Land is a hymn by Andrew Young (1807–1889), a Scottish schoolmaster, and first published in 1838.[1] It now may be sung to a tune arranged by Leonard P. Breedlove.[2][3]

The grave of Andrew Young FRSE, Rosebank Cemetery, Edinburgh

Young's grave is on the western wall of Rosebank Cemetery in Edinburgh and refers to his authorship of the hymn.

Cultural references

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The song is known for being quoted or adapted in various contexts:

References

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  1. ^ Lee, Sidney, ed. (1900). "Young, Andrew" . Dictionary of National Biography. Vol. 63. London: Smith, Elder & Co.
  2. ^ There is a happy land. Cyberhymnal. Retrieved 27 April 2012.
  3. ^ There Is a Happy Land. Timeless Truths. Retrieved 18 July 2010.
  4. ^ Quotes from The King and I (1956). IMDb. Retrieved 18 July 2010.
  5. ^ Soundtracks for The Proposition. IMDb. Retrieved 18 July 2010