THE MEMOIRS OF CASANOVA - All 6 Volumes in One Premium Illustrated Edition

di Giacomo Casanova (Autore)

Arthur Machen (Traduttore)

DigiCat, 2023

"The Memoirs of Casanova - All 6 Volumes in One Premium Illustrated Edition" serves as a captivating chronicle of the life of Giacomo Casanova, a man often romanticized as the quintessential libertine. Written in the 18th century, this extensive autobiographical work intertwines adventures, seduction, and the cultural milieu of his time, rendered through Casanova's articulate prose and keen observational skills. The edition includes illustrations that enhance the reading experience, enriching the vivid descriptions of his escapades across Europe, providing a nuanced understanding of a society marked by shifting morals and burgeoning enlightenment. Giacomo Casanova was not merely a seducer; he was a man of learned pursuits, with a background in law, the arts, and espionage. His varied experiences in the salons of Paris, the courts of Venice, and the prisons of the Inquisition shaped his worldview, imbuing his writing with a combination of wit and profound insight. His work defies simple categorization, straddling memoir and social commentary, reflecting the complexities of human desire and ambition. This esteemed edition is recommended for readers seeking a multi-dimensional portrait of existence in the 18th century. It invites exploration not just of Casanova's romantic exploits but also of his intellectual wrestling with the societal issues of his time. Engaging and richly detailed, it offers a window into the past that is both entertaining and enlightening.

• Autore: Giacomo Casanova
• Traduttore: Arthur Machen
• Anno edizione: 2023
• Editore: DigiCat
• Formato: EPUB2 con Adobe DRM
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 8596547747550