"Roger's Stud" is a novella written by Anatole France in 1894. The story follows the life of Roger de Beauvoir, a young man who inherits a large sum of money from his wealthy uncle and decides to use it to buy a stud farm in the countryside. However, Roger's newfound wealth and success lead him down a path of self-destruction, as he becomes obsessed with breeding horses and neglects his relationships with those around him. The novella explores themes of greed, obsession, and the corrupting influence of wealth.
By Anatole France · First published 1894 · Genre: Fiction, Satire, Historical Fiction