The Hill: A Romance of Friendship

"The Hill: A Romance of Friendship" by Horace Annesley Vachell is a story about a boy named John Verney who starts attending Harrow School in England. The book shows John dealing with growing up, finding himself, and making friends in a new, challenging place. We see him say goodbye to his old life and arrive with his uncle at this famous school, which is full of old customs and a bit run-down because the housemaster isn't very well-liked and the other boys are not friendly at first. This sets the scene for John's relationships with classmates which include support and rivalry amid social status and acceptance from his peers, friendship, and the mix of emotions that come with being young.