Robert Hugh Benson
Robert Hugh Benson was an English author and priest born in 1871, known for his captivating storytelling and rich exploration of themes such as faith, morality, and the human experience. He grew up in a prominent Anglican family, but later converted to Catholicism, which deeply influenced his writing. Benson's literary career spanned various genres, including novels, essays, and plays, but he is perhaps best remembered for his historical fiction and his thought-provoking spiritual works. His unique perspective and eloquent prose invite readers to reflect on their own beliefs and the complexities of life.
As you delve into Benson's works, you'll find a blend of engaging narratives and profound insights that resonate with both the heart and the mind. Whether you’re drawn to his historical sagas or his meditations on faith, each piece offers a window into a world that is both familiar and thought-provoking. We invite you to explore his collection in the app and discover the rich tapestry of ideas and characters that Benson has crafted over his literary journey.
Lord of the World
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“Mr. Benson sees the world, four or five generations hence, free at last from all minor quarrels, and ranged against itself in two camps, Hu…
The Friendship of Christ
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Robert Hugh Benson, who was educated at Eton College and Trinity College, Cambridge, was ordained an Anglican priest in 1895 by his father, …
Confessions of a Convert
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Robert Hugh Benson was the youngest son of Edward White Benson, the Archbishop of Canterbury and his wife Mary. Benson was was a prolific …
Come Rack! Come Rope!
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Come Rack! Come Rope! is a historical novel by the English priest and writer Robert Hugh Benson, a convert to Catholicism from Anglicanism. …
The Dawn of All
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In a former book, called "Lord of the World," I attempted to sketch the kind of developments a hundred years hence which, I though…
By What Authority?
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Two wealthy families are neighbors in Elizabethan England; one is staunchly Catholic and the other is devoutly Protestant. The attractive yo…
The Light Invisible
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Fifteen short ghost stories by the Anglican then Roman Catholic priest, Robert Hugh Benson (1871-1914). The form of the book is of an old En…
A Mirror Of Shalott
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Fourteen stories of the strange by the Anglican then Roman Catholic priest, Robert Hugh Benson (1871-1914). The form of the book is of stori…
The Necromancers
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Following the death of his fiancée, Laurie Baxter becomes consumed by an obsession with the supernatural. Attempting to reach his dec…
Initiation
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A tale of all types of human pain (physical, spiritual, and psychological), this book teaches what it means to be truly human. An interestin…
A Mystery Play in Honor of the Nativity of Our Lord
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A beautiful play perfect for Christmas time by Robert Hugh Benson. (Summary by Mozartjr)Cast ListNarrator: MozartjrNarrator: Larry WilsonAbe…