: The harmonizations are described as "restrained excellence"—subtle enough to encourage congregational singing without being so spectacular that they throw singers off course. Kevin Mayhew Critical Considerations 400 Last Verses - Noel Rawsthorne - Kevin Mayhew
That is the magic. Organists want the PDF so they can keep it on a tablet (iPad/ForScore) rather than fumbling with a glued spine that won't stay open on the music desk.
Noel Rawsthorne's 400 Last Verses is a definitive collection for organists, compiling his previous bestsellers, 200 Last Verses More Last Verses
For those looking for the PDF, a search of online libraries or bookstores such as Amazon, Google Books or the publisher's website should yield results. Some online libraries may also offer the book for borrowing.
The book people are searching for is almost certainly (published by Mayhew). So why the confusion?
is a definitive resource for church organists, providing creative reharmonizations for the final verses of traditional hymns. Below is an essay-style overview of the work's history, practical utility, and artistic significance.
: Rawsthorne revised the arrangements to match the lower keys found in modern hymn books like Ancient & Modern and The New English Hymnal .