| Author |
Casanova, Giacomo, 1725-1798 |
| Translator |
Machen, Arthur, 1863-1947 |
| Title |
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 17: Return to Italy
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Histoire_de_ma_vie
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 17: Return to Italy" is a historical account written in the late 19th century recounting the adventures of one of history's most famous lovers, Jacques Casanova. The narrative follows Casanova as he navigates life filled with romance, intrigue, and personal reflection, particularly focusing on his return to Italy and the complex relationships he cultivates along the way, including those with the beautiful Rosalie and her maid Veronique. The opening of the memoir reveals a scene in which Casanova observes the emotional dynamics between Rosalie and Veronique, highlighting Rosalie's insecurity about her beauty compared to her maid. As Casanova attempts to assure Rosalie of his love, he simultaneously engages in the translation of a play for the local actors. The stage is set for theatrical performances, romantic tensions, and the exploration of friendship and jealousy. The segment skillfully introduces the intricacies of Casanova's relationships and foreshadows the complications that will arise as he interacts with various characters, including the influential Marquis de Grimaldi and the enigmatic Veronique, hinting at both drama and romantic entanglements in the unfolding story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
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| Subject |
Casanova, Giacomo, 1725-1798
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| Subject |
Europe -- History -- 18th century -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2967 |
| Release Date |
Dec 11, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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