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The Memoirs of Casanova

Name: The Memoirs of Casanova
ISBN: 9791222423180

Giacomo Casanova,

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The Memoirs of Casanova

Giacomo Casanova,

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Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798) was an Italian adventurer, writer, and notorious womanizer. He is best known for his autobiography Histoire de ma vie originally known in English as The Memoirs of Casanova which provides detailed accounts of his many romantic conquests and escapades throughout Europe. Casanova's memoirs offer a glimpse into the social and cultural milieu of the 18th century. Casanova was born in Venice, Italy, and received a diverse education that included mathematics, law, and theology. However, he found his true calling in the pursuit of pleasure and seduction. He became famous for his charm, wit, and ability to captivate women. Casanova was also well-traveled, venturing to various European cities, where he engaged in numerous affairs and encounters with women from different social classes. Aside from his romantic exploits, Casanova had other remarkable experiences. He was a talented violinist and had associations with prominent figures of the time, such as Voltaire and Catherine the Great. He also worked as a spy, a gambler, and even spent some time in prison for various offenses. Casanova's life and writings continue to captivate audiences, as they provide insight into the libertine culture and social dynamics of 18th-century Europe. His name has become synonymous with a seductive and adventurous lifestyle, making him an enduring figure in popular culture.

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Publisher

Passerino

Year

2023

Topic

Social Sciences

eBook ISBN

9791222423180

Subtopic

Social Science Biographies

Index

Social Sciences

Cover
The Memoirs of Casanova
Table of contents
Casanova At Dux; An Unpublished Chapter Of History, By Arthur Symons
Translator’s Preface
Author’s Preface
THE VENETIAN YEARS
EPISODE 1. CHILDHOOD
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
EPISODE 2. CLERIC IN NAPLES
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
EPISODE 3. MILITARY CAREER
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
EPISODE 4. RETURN TO VENICE
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
EPISODE 5. MILAN AND MANTUA
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
TO PARIS AND PRISON
EPISODE 6. PARIS
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
EPISODE 7. VENICE
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
EPISODE 8. CONVENT AFFAIRS
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
EPISODE 9. THE FALSE NUN
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
EPISODE 10. UNDER THE LEADS
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
Chapter 32
THE ETERNAL QUEST
EPISODE 11. PARIS AND HOLLAND
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
EPISODE 12. RETURN TO PARIS
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
EPISODE 13. HOLLAND AND GERMANY
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
EPISODE 14. SWITZERLAND
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
EPISODE 15. WITH VOLTAIRE
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
ADVENTURES IN THE SOUTH
EPISODE 16. DEPART SWITZERLAND
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
EPISODE 17. RETURN TO ITALY: GENOA—TUSCANY—ROME
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
EPISODE 18. RETURN TO NAPLES: ROME—NAPLES—BOLOGNA
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
EPISODE 19. BACK AGAIN TO PARIS
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
EPISODE 20. MILAN
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
IN LONDON AND MOSCOW
EPISODE 21. SOUTH OF FRANCE
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
EPISODE 22. TO LONDON
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
EPISODE 23. THE ENGLISH
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
EPISODE 24. FLIGHT FROM LONDON TO BERLIN
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
EPISODE 25. RUSSIA AND POLAND
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
SPANISH PASSIONS
EPISODE 26. SPAIN
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
EPISODE 27. EXPELLED FROM SPAIN
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
EPISODE 28. RETURN TO ROME
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
EPISODE 29. FLORENCE TO TRIESTE
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
EPISODE 30. OLD AGE AND DEATH OF CASANOVA
Appendix And Supplement
PART THE FIRST. VENICE 1774-1782
1. Casanova’s Return To Venice
2. Relations With The Inquisitors
3. Francesca Buschini
4. Publications
5. Mlle. X . . . C . . . V. . .
6. Last Days At Venice
PART THE SECOND. VIENNA-PARIS
1. 1783-1785
2. Paris
3. Vienna
4. Letters From Francesca
5. Last Days At Vienna
PART THE THIRD. DUX — 1786-1798
1. The Castle At Dux
2. Letters From Francesca
3. Correspondence And Activities
4. Correspondence With Jean-Ferdinand Opiz
5. Publications
6. Summary Of My Life
7. Last Days At Dux

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