Beggars on Horseback

Beggars on Horseback, written by F. Tennyson Jesse and first published in 1915, is a novel that follows Archie Lethbridge, a painter seeking inspiration in Provence. As he navigates the enchanting landscape, he meets Désirée Prévost, whose unconventional spirit challenges his engagement to the more traditional Miss Gwendolen Gould. This story explores themes of artistic aspiration, internal conflict, and the clash between societal expectations and personal desires.