Subject: Memoirs
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Casanova: Part 10 - Under The Leads Giacomo Casanova
This earthquake shock was the result of those which at the same time destroyed Lisbon. The Leads, used for the confinement of state prisoners, are in fact the lofts of the ducal palace, and take their name from the large plates of lead with which the roof is covered. One can only reach them through the gates of the... read more »
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Casanova: Part 11 - Paris And Holland Giacomo Casanova
There is no one like him to introduce the pre revolutionary 18th century to the reader. In our times, most will know him as the complete seducer of women. Almost right. He loved woman, as women loved him. Above all and in all, he was a true gentleman. Read him then and know his charm. Out of learning evil is not... read more »
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Casanova: Part 12 - Return To Paris Giacomo Casanova
I had two objects in speaking thus: I wanted to frighten him and to make him jealous of me. I felt certain that a man in a passion of jealousy would be quite confused, and I hoped his play would suffer accordingly, and that I should not have the mortification of losing a hundred louis to his superior play, though I... read more »
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Casanova: Part 13 - Holland And Germany Giacomo Casanova
In this unique travelogue, Casanova explains his experiences in Holland and Germany. This is a work that examines the two countries, their culture, society and attitudes of the people. In this engrossing work, the author also gives an insight into his own feelings. read more »
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Casanova: Part 14 - Switzerland Giacomo Casanova
I Resolve to become a monk, going to confessions. I alter my mind and dine with the Abbot. Upon leanving for Zurich - comic adventures at Baden. i act in a play, and counterfeit sickness to attain happiness. I then leave for Soleure then Berne. La Mata Madame de la Saone and finally arrive at Bale. read more »
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Casanova: Part 15 - With Voltaire Giacomo Casanova
M. de Voltaire; my discussions with that Great Man. The Syndic and the three girls, and then the dispute with Voltaire. My Adventures at Aix, and my second M. M. And then here ending my adventure with the Nun from Chamberi, culminatng in my flight from Aix. read more »
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Casanova: Part 16 - Depart Switzerland Giacomo Casanova
The work revolves around the many travel expeditions undertaken by Casanova. Here he critically analyzes the attitudes and life-styles of the elite of France. With great insights and thoughtful reflections, this is a work that grasps attention. read more »
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Casanova: Part 17 - Return To Italy Giacomo Casanova
Rich and profound, Casanova's memoirs are a complete depiction of life. He recounts his expeditions in Italy and his meetings with the elite of the society. He has also included his personal relationships and the ups and downs of that era of his life. The work is truly riveting and monopolizes the reader's... read more »
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Casanova: Part 18 - Return To Naples Giacomo Casanova
I Arrive At Naples, and the telling of my Short But Happy Stay at Naples. The Duke de Matalone and My Daughter. My Departure and Return to Florence, and My Departure with the Corticelli. My Arrival at Bologna and where I Am Expelled from Modena. I Visit Parma and Turin. My Victory Over the Deputy Chief of Police... read more »
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Casanova: Part 19 - Back Again To Paris Giacomo Casanova
My stay at Paris and my departure for Strasburg, where I find the Renaud. My misfortunes at Munich and my sad visit to Augsburg. The girl from Strasburg, the female Count, and before my return to Paris I go to Metz. I returned to Paris with the Corticelli, now Countess Lascaris. I had two objects in speaking thus: I... read more »
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Casanova: Part 1 - Venetian Years Giacomo Casanova
Born in 1725 to Italian and Spanish parentage, Giacomo Casanova lived a long and exciting life. As a scholar and an adventurer, he traveled widely throughout Europe and Russia associating with rulers and Kings. For a time he was in the service of the army and he became a great political stirrer. But he vacillated... read more »
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Casanova: Part 20 - Milan Giacomo Casanova
I give up Agatha to Lord Percy and set out for Milan. The Venetian Barbaro humiliation of The Countess. Plan for a Masquerade. My amour with the fair Marchioness. The deserted girl; i become her deliverer. My departure for St. Angelo an ancient castle. I leave Milan with Croce's Mistress and my arrival at Genoa. read more »
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Casanova: Part 21 - South Of France Giacomo Casanova
I find Rosalie happy. The signora Isola-Bella, the Cook, Biribi and Irene. Possano is imprisoned Prison. My niece proves to be an old friend of Rosalie's. The disgraceful behaviour of my brother, the Abbe, I relieve him of his mistress. I depart from Genoa and meet the Prince of Monaco before out arrival at Antibes... read more »
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Casanova: Part 22 - To London Giacomo Casanova
I meet the Venetian ambassadors at Lyons, and also Marcoline's uncle. I then part from Marcoline and set out for Paris, where upon I drive my brother the Abbe from Paris. Madame du Rumain recovers her voice through my cabala. I then take d'Aranda to London. On arriving in London I meet madame Cornelis where I am... read more »
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Casanova: Part 23 - The English Giacomo Casanova
The reader who imagines that at these words rage gave place to love, and that I hastened to obtain the prize, does not know the nature of the passion so well as the vile woman whose plaything I was. From hot love to hot anger is a short journey, but the return is slow and difficult -- 23rd volume of the classic... read more »
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Casanova: Part 24 - Flight From London To Berlin Giacomo Casanova
A Letter from Pauline and the Avenging Parrot. I meet Sara again and have the idea of marrying her and settling in Switzerland. Augusta becomes Lord Pembroke's titular mistress. On the departure of the Hanoverians I balance my accounts before meeting the Baron Stenau. The English Girl, and what she gave me, before... read more »
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Casanova: Part 25 - Russia And Poland Giacomo Casanova
In this episode, Casanova further shares his travel experiences of Russia and Poland. After leaving Riga, Cassanova goes for adventures in St. Petersburg, where he meets the Empress. He vividly portrays the Russian landscape as well as the life-styles of the people. He leaves Russia for Warsaw where he meets with... read more »
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Casanova: Part 26 - Spanish Passions Giacomo Casanova
This volume includes Casanova's nearly fatal trip to Spain, his affair with infamous Italian dancer Nina Bergonzi (whom he describes 'as beautiful as Venus and degraded as Lucifer' -- her erotic orgies disgusted even Casanova), he is beset by assassins, is thrown into prison, escapes many other life and/or freedom... read more »
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Casanova: Part 27 - Expelled From Spain Giacomo Casanova
I make a mistake and Manucci becomes my mortal foe and seeks his vengeance. I leave Madrid and head to Saragossa, then on to Valentia before arriving in Barcelona. Due to my my imprudence I am imprisoned. On my release I depart from Barcelona. Madame Castelbajac at Montpellier. During my stay at Aix I fall ill and... read more »
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Casanova: Part 28 - Return To Rome Giacomo Casanova
Rome, and the Actor's Punishment. My Amours with Gallimena and then the journey to Soyento. The Florentines are mocked by the King. My Journey to Salerno before returning to Naples. Finally my arrival at Rome where I meet Margarita and Madame Buondcorsi. I Sup at the Inn With Armelline and Emilie. The Florentine and... read more »
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Casanova: Part 29 - Florence To Trieste Giacomo Casanova
After encounters with Madame Denis, Dedini, and Zanovitch, I am obliged to leave Florence. Arriving at Bologna I meet General Albergati. I meet Farinello and the Electress Dowager of Saxony, Madame Slopitz, Nina, and the Midwife. Then there was the sorry pleasure of Revenge. Severini goes to Naples and I depart yet... read more »
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Casanova: Part 2 - Cleric In Naples Giacomo Casanova
The work revolves around the travel expeditions of a cleric who visits many holy places. Great spiritual attachments and religious passion is reflected in these pages. The trip to the bishop in Rome and other pilgrimages are narrated and they are a testament to Casanova's religious attachments. read more »
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Casanova: Part 30 - Old Age And Death Giacomo Casanova
It is unknown what happened to the final volumes of Casanova's manuscripts; did the author die before the work was complete, were they destroyed by himself or his literary executors, did they fall into bad hands? We do know, however, that Casanova finally succeeded in obtaining his pardon from the authorities of the... read more »
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Casanova: Part 3 - Military Career Giacomo Casanova
This is a biographical book. I had been careful, on my arrival in Bologna, to take up my quarters at a small inn, so as not to attract any notice, and as soon as I had dispatched my letters to Therese and the French officer, I thought of purchasing some linen, as it was at least doubtful whether I should ever get my... read more »
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Casanova: Part 4 - Return To Venice Giacomo Casanova
A Fearful Misfortune, Befalls Me; then Love Cools Down; Casanova eventually leaves Corfu and returns to Venice, and gives up the Army life to become a fiddler. read more »
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Casanova: Part 5 - Milan And Mantua Giacomo Casanova
A scholar, an adventurer, perhaps a Cabalist, a busy stirrer in politics, a gamester, one born for the fairer sex, as he tells us, and born also to be a vagabond; this man, who is remembered now for his written account of his own life, was that rarest kind of autobiographer, one who did not live to write, but wrote... read more »
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Casanova: Part 6 - Paris Giacomo Casanova
I thought that my newly-found cousin was unknown to me, but when I looked at her with more attention, I fancied I recollected her features. She was the Catinella, a dancer of reputation, but I had never spoken to her before. I easily guessed that she was giving me an impromptu part in a play of her own composition... read more »
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Casanova Part 7: Venice Giacomo Casanova
Followed by authorities of the Inquisition, Casanova fled from place to place and landed in Venice. Feeling comfortable in his birth place, he started working in the sphere of his interest and translated some works. Focusing on the life around him, this work depicts his experiences in a great manner. read more »
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Casanova Part 8: Convent Affairs Giacomo Casanova
Episode 8 of Cassanova's escapades, starts with a meeting of Countess Coronini -- a Lover's Pique -- Reconciliation -- The First Meeting -- a Philosophical Parenthesis. A scholar, an adventurer, perhaps a Cabalist, a busy stirrer in politics, a gamester, one born for the fairer sex, as he tells us, and born also to... read more »
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Casanova: Part 9 - The False Nun Giacomo Casanova
Awake in a moment she came to open the door in her smock, and without a light. As I wanted one, I told her to get the flint and steel, which she did, warning me in a modest voice that she was not dressed. "That's of no consequence," said I, "provided you are covered." She said no more, and soon lighted a candle, but... read more »