The Hill of Trouble by A.C. Benson
The Hill of Trouble is a novel by A.C. Benson, published in 1904. It tells the story of a young woman named Margaret who becomes embroiled in a series of dramatic events after inheriting a large sum of money from a distant relative. As she navigates her newfound wealth and the complex relationships that come with it, Margaret finds herself caught up in a web of deception and betrayal that threatens to destroy everything she holds dear. With its themes of greed, ambition, and the corrupting influence of wealth, The Hill of Trouble is a thought-provoking and suspenseful tale that explores the darker side of human nature. Through its well-crafted characters and intricate plot twists, the novel offers a richly satisfying reading experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
By A.C. Benson · First published 1903 · Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Mystery · 8,998 words
First lines
There was once a great scholar, Gilbert by name, who lived at Cambridge, and was Fellow of St. Peter's College there. He was still young, and yet he had made himself a name for learning, and still more for wisdom, which is a different thing, though the two are often confused. Gilbert was a slender, spare man, but well-knit and well-proportioned. He loved to wear old scholarly garments, but he had that sort of grace in wearing them that made him appear better apparelled than most men in new clothes. His hair was thick and curling, and he had small features clearly cut. His lips were somewhat thin, as though from determined thought.
What this Textopian page supports
The Hill of Trouble is listed on Textopian as a short story by A.C. Benson, dated 1903 CE.
This source record anchors work identity, reading entry points, and catalog context for checking claims about the work.
- Work type: Short story
- Author: A.C. Benson
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Mystery
- Length: 8,998 words
- Structure: 1 section, 78 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
Good citation fit
- Work identity for The Hill of Trouble by A.C. Benson
- Canonical title URL and first readable passage URL
- Genre and topic classification from the Textopian catalog
- Readability and classroom-planning context
- Passage-specific claims should cite the exact /read/ URL for the relevant chapter or paragraph
Discussion starters
- What should a reader notice first when entering The Hill of Trouble?
- How does this short story by A.C. Benson fit its genre, period, or classroom use?
- Where does Fantasy first become important in the reading?
Similar titles
- The Red Camp by A. C. Benson
- The Isles Of Sunset by A. C. Benson
- The Snake The Lepper And The Grey Frost by A. C. Benson
- The Thread Of Gold by A. C. Benson
- The Temple Of Death by A. C. Benson
- Cerda by A. C. Benson
Genres
- Fantasy — The book utilizes magical elements and unfolds in a realm different from the natural world.
- Adventure — The story involves a journey filled with surprising experiences and physical challenges.
- Mystery — There are elements of intrigue, suspense and puzzle-solving in the plot.
Tags
came · could · day · gilbert · go · great · hill · knew · life · like · little · long