Memoirs of Casanova — Volume 25: Russia and Poland By: Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798) |
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Memoirs of Casanova - Volume 25: Russia and Poland is an intriguing and captivating account of the legendary adventurer's experiences in these two countries. Giacomo Casanova's writing style is engaging and vivid, bringing to life the colorful characters and events he encounters during his travels.
The author's firsthand observations and insights provide a unique perspective on the social and political climate of Russia and Poland during the 18th century. Casanova's adventures are filled with excitement, danger, and romance, making for a riveting read from start to finish.
This volume is a valuable addition to the Memoirs of Casanova series, offering readers a compelling glimpse into the life of one of history's most fascinating figures. With its blend of history, intrigue, and romance, this book is sure to keep readers entertained and engaged until the very last page. 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 5e RUSSIA AND POLAND RUSSIA AND POLAND CHAPTER XIX My Stay at Riga Campioni St. Heleine D'Asagon Arrival of the Empress I Leave Riga and Go to St. Petersburg I See Society I Buy Zaira Prince Charles de Biron, the younger son of the Duke of Courland, Major General in the Russian service, Knight of the Order of St. Alexander Newski, gave me a distinguished reception after reading his father's letter. He was thirty six years of age, pleasant looking without being handsome, and polite and well mannered, and he spoke French extremely well. In a few sentences he let me know what he could do for me if I intended to spend some time at Riga. His table, his friends, his pleasures, his horses, his advice, and his purse, all these were at my service, and he offered them with the frankness of the soldier and the geniality of the prince. "I cannot offer you a lodging," he said, "because I have hardly enough room for myself, but I will see that you get a comfortable apartment somewhere." The apartment was soon found, and I was taken to it by one of the prince's aides de camp... Continue reading book >>
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