The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, Vol. V (of VI), "In London and Moscow" / The First Complete and Unabridged English Translation, Illustrated with Old Engravings

Name: The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, Vol. V (of VI), "In London and Moscow" / The First Complete and Unabridged English Translation, Illustrated with Old Engravings
Author: Giacomo Casanova

By Giacomo Casanova

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The narrator continues his autobiographical travels through southern France, Genoa, London, Berlin, Russia and Poland, recounting episodic adventures, romantic and erotic encounters, family embarrassments, escapes from trouble and encounters with patrons and rivals. Scenes alternate between intimate domestic reconciliations and public incidents—imprisonments, flights between capitals, social intrigue, and moments of wit and observation—while reflecting on fortune, desire, and the varied manners of European society. The volume mixes candid personal episodes with travel narrative and social commentary, organized into linked episodes and chapters that document a restless journey across cities and courts.

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Giacomo Casanova

Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798) was an Italian adventurer, writer, and diplomat, best known for his memoirs, which provide a vivid account of his life and the social milieu of 18th-century Europe. His most notable work, "The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt," chronicles his escapades across various cities, including Venice, Paris, and London, and offers insights into the cultural and political landscape of his time. Casanova's writings blend autobiography with fiction, showcasing his charm, wit, and keen observations on love, society, and human nature. His legacy endures as a symbol of romantic adventure and libertine philosophy.