Memoirs of Casanova — Volume 24: London to Berlin By: Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798) |
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In Volume 24 of his memoirs, Giacomo Casanova takes readers on a detailed journey from London to Berlin, showcasing his adventures, encounters, and reflections along the way. As usual, Casanova's storytelling is engaging and vivid, bringing to life the European cities and characters he encounters.
The reader is treated to a mix of humor, intrigue, and romance as Casanova navigates the social and political landscapes of the time. His keen observations and sharp wit make for an entertaining read, and his encounters with various figures, both famous and obscure, provide a fascinating glimpse into the social circles of 18th century Europe.
Overall, Volume 24 of Casanova's memoirs is a delightful addition to his larger body of work, offering readers a compelling and entertaining look at one man's extraordinary life and adventures. Fans of historical memoirs and cultural studies will surely enjoy this latest installment in the captivating saga of Giacomo Casanova. IN LONDON AND MOSCOW, Volume 5d LONDON TO BERLIN THE MEMOIRS OF JACQUES CASANOVA DE SEINGALT THE RARE UNABRIDGED LONDON EDITION OF 1894 TRANSLATED BY ARTHUR MACHEN TO WHICH HAS BEEN ADDED THE CHAPTERS DISCOVERED BY ARTHUR SYMONS. FLIGHT FROM LONDON TO BERLIN CHAPTER XIV Bottarelli A Letter from Pauline The Avenging Parrot Pocchini Guerra, the Venetian I Meet Sara Again; My Idea of Marrying Her and Settling in Switzerland The Hanoverians Thus ended the first act of the comedy; the second began the next morning. I was just getting up, when I heard a noise at the street door, and on putting my head out of the window I saw Pocchini, the scoundrel who had robbed me at Stuttgart trying to get into my house. I cried out wrathfully that I would have nothing to do with him, and slammed down my window. A little later Goudar put in an appearance. He had got a copy of the St. James's Chronicle, containing a brief report of my arrest, and of my being set a liberty under a bail of eighty guineas. My name and the lady's were disguised, but Rostaing and Bottarelli were set down plainly, and the editor praised their conduct. I felt as if I should like to know Bottarelli, and begged Goudar to take me to him, and Martinelli, happening to call just then, said he would come with us... Continue reading book >>
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