Hannah Hurnard (1905–1990) was an English Christian author and missionary best known for her enduring allegorical writings. Born in Colchester, England, she graduated from Ridgelands Bible College before serving as an independent missionary in the Middle East for several decades.

Hurnard achieved international renown for her spiritual allegories exploring perseverance, faith, and personal transformation. Her best-known work, Hinds' Feet on High Places, has sold millions of copies worldwide and is complemented by its sequel, Mountains of Spices, as well as specialized visual and devotional editions designed to guide readers through spiritual growth [editorial records].