| Author |
Casanova, Giacomo, 1725-1798 |
| Editor |
Widger, David, 1932-2021? |
| Title |
Index of the Project Gutenberg Memoirs of Casanova
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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 |
"Index of the Project Gutenberg Memoirs of Casanova" by Giacomo Casanova is a comprehensive index to the detailed contents of his famous memoirs, written during the 18th century. This work serves as a guide to the myriad adventures, romantic escapades, and travels of Casanova, a notable Venetian adventurer and writer. The memoirs encapsulate his experiences from various European cities during a time of great enlightenment and cultural exchange. The memoirs themselves chronicle the life of Jacques Casanova, detailing his remarkable journey from his childhood in Venice to various engagements across Europe, including Paris, London, and Spain. Throughout the volumes, Casanova encounters historical figures and navigates relationships with both society's elite and the lower classes. The narrative is rich with detailed episodes, including his clerical pursuits in Naples, his military exploits, romantic conquests, and even imprisonments. Ultimately, the memoirs paint a vivid picture of an adventurous life filled with philosophical reflections and social observations, showcasing Casanova's pursuit of pleasure and knowledge in the ever-changing tapestry of 18th-century Europe. (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 |
Indexes
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| Subject |
Europe -- History -- 18th century -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
57691 |
| Release Date |
Aug 14, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jul 5, 2019 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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