"The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 02: A Cleric in Naples" by Giacomo Casanova, chronicles the escapades of a charismatic rogue in Naples, Italy. The book details Casanova's life, following his trials and tribulations as he meanders the unique social classes of the city. Early in his memoirs, the author considers past misfortunes that led him to Naples and the many individuals that made him who he is. Casanova's companionship with Father Stephano, a two-faced monk, takes him down a rabbit hole of trouble. The memoir follows Casanova through literary circles and outdoor picnics as it explores his interactions with interesting people, gambling addiction and a blossoming romance with a enslaved woman from Greece. Casanova's fortunes wane and wax as he suggests destiny and chance could be the reason for his future.
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 02: a Cleric in Naples
By Giacomo Casanova
Witness a charming scoundrel's descent into rakish misadventures as he finds love, loss, and calamity in the enchanting city of Naples.
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About the AuthorGiacomo Girolamo Casanova was an Italian adventurer and author from the Republic of Venice. His autobiography, Histoire de ma vie, is regarded as one of the most authentic and provocative sources of information about the customs and norms of European social life during the 18th century.
Giacomo Girolamo Casanova was an Italian adventurer and author from the Republic of Venice. His autobiography, Histoire de ma vie, is regarded as one of the most authentic and provocative sources of information about the customs and norms of European social life during the 18th century.
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