Memoirs of Casanova — Volume 07: Venice   By: Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798)

In this seventh volume of Giacomo Casanova's memoirs, readers are taken on a vivid journey through the canals and alleyways of Venice in the 18th century. Casanova's storytelling is as captivating as ever, as he recounts his scandalous escapades and romantic conquests with his trademark charm and wit.

The author's descriptions of Venetian society, customs, and characters are rich and detailed, painting a vivid picture of a bygone era. Readers will feel transported back in time, as they accompany Casanova on his adventures through the lavish palazzos and masked balls of Venice.

Despite the sometimes risqué content, Casanova's memoirs offer a fascinating glimpse into the culture and mores of the time, as well as insight into the motivations and desires of a man driven by passion and ambition. His larger-than-life persona and charismatic personality shine through in this volume, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in history, romance, or the art of storytelling.

Overall, "Memoirs of Casanova—Volume 07: Venice" is a captivating and entertaining read that immerses readers in the world of one of history's most notorious figures. Casanova's adventures in Venice are sure to delight and intrigue, leaving readers eager to continue the journey with him in the next installment.

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Arrived, for the first time, in the capital of Austria, at the age of eight and twenty, well provided with clothes, but rather short of money a circumstance which made it necessary for me to curtail my expenses until the arrival of the proceeds of a letter of exchange which I had drawn upon M. de Bragadin. The only letter of recommendation I had was from the poet Migliavacca, of Dresden, addressed to the illustrious Abbe Metastasio, whom I wished ardently to know. I delivered the letter the day after my arrival, and in one hour of conversation I found him more learned than I should have supposed from his works. Besides, Metastasio was so modest that at first I did not think that modesty natural, but it was not long before I discovered that it was genuine, for when he recited something of his own composition, he was the first to call the attention of his hearers to the important parts or to the fine passages with as much simplicity as he would remark the weak ones. I spoke to him of his tutor Gravina, and as we were on that subject he recited to me five or six stanzas which he had written on his death, and which had not been printed... Continue reading book >>