Memoirs of Casanova — Volume 23: English By: Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798) |
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Memoirs of Casanova — Volume 23: English by Giacomo Casanova is a riveting account of the author's adventures and escapades. Casanova's writing style is engaging and easy to follow, drawing the reader into his world of romance, intrigue, and danger.
The memoir is filled with colorful characters and exotic locations, providing a glimpse into the decadence and opulence of 18th-century Europe. Casanova's wit and charm shine through in his writing, making him a captivating and charismatic narrator.
One of the highlights of the memoir is the way Casanova effortlessly weaves together themes of love, betrayal, and self-discovery. His encounters with various women are both passionate and heartbreaking, showcasing the complexities of human relationships.
Overall, Memoirs of Casanova — Volume 23: English is a captivating read that will transport readers to a bygone era of romance and adventure. Casanova's story is a timeless classic that continues to captivate and intrigue readers to this day. THE RARE UNABRIDGED LONDON EDITION OF 1894 TRANSLATED BY ARTHUR MACHEN TO WHICH HAS BEEN ADDED THE CHAPTERS DISCOVERED BY ARTHUR SYMONS. MEMOIRS OF JACQUES CASANOVA de SEINGALT 1725 1798 IN LONDON AND MOSCOW, Volume 5c THE ENGLISH THE ENGLISH CHAPTER X Eccentricity of the English Castelbajac Count Schwerin Sophie at School My Reception at the Betting Club The Charpillon I passed a night which seemed like a never ending nightmare, and I got up sad and savage, feeling as if I could kill a man on the smallest provocation. It seemed as if the house, which I had hitherto thought so beautiful, was like a millstone about my neck. I went out in my travelling clothes, and walked into a coffee house, where I saw a score of people reading the papers. I sat down, and, not understanding English, passed my time in gazing at the goers and comers. I had been there some time when my attention was attracted by the voice of a man speaking as follows in French: "Tommy has committed suicide, and he was wise, for he was in such a state that he could only expect unhappiness for the rest of his life." "You are quite mistaken," said the other, with the greatest composure. "I was one of his creditors myself, and on making an inventory of his effects I feel satisfied that he has done a very foolish and a very childish thing; he might have lived on comfortably, and not killed himself for fully six months... Continue reading book >>
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