Giacomo Casanova
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.
Quotes and Images from the Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
Experience the wisdom and wit of an 18th-century adventurer as he shares his insights on love, society, and the human condition.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 10: under the Leads
Imprisoned by vengeful Inquisitors, a charismatic adventurer must use all his wit and courage to escape a notorious prison and reclaim his freedom.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 12: Return to Paris
** Returning to Paris, a celebrated adventurer confronts the consequences of his past loves while navigating new encounters and moral challenges in search of deeper connections.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 15: With Voltaire
A charismatic adventurer trades witty banter with a famous philosopher while also pursuing tantalizing romantic escapades with three beautiful women, setting the stage for a life brimming with intellectual curiosity and passionate encounters.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, Vol. VI (of VI), "Spanish Passions" The First Complete and Unabridged English Translation, Illustrated with Old Engravings
Ousted from Vienna, a charismatic adventurer employs his wit and charm to navigate political intrigue and passionate affairs across Europe.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 22: to London
A notorious charmer's departure from a beloved sets the stage for new escapades in London, filled with love, society, and challenges from his past.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 21: South of France
In a world of romance and social intrigue, a famous rogue reunites with old flames and chases new desires.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 08: Convent Affairs
Experience a world of forbidden passion and complex entanglements as a notorious adventurer finds himself caught in a web of love and desire within the walls of a convent.
By Giacomo Casanova
Index of the Project Gutenberg Memoirs of Casanova
Uncover a life of adventure, romance, and daring escapes across 18th-century Europe, all cataloged within the pages of one man's detailed memoirs.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 28: Rome
Amidst love triangles and brawls, a journey to Rome promises passionate encounters and scandalous revelations in a world of actors and nobles.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 26: Spain
** Forced from Vienna due to gambling and theft, a man of charisma and wit journeys across Spain, facing political tensions and romantic entanglements at every turn.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 17: Return to Italy
Witness a notorious charmer's return home as he navigates jealousies, theatrical productions, and complex love affairs with both a beautiful noblewoman and her mysterious maid.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 03: Military Career
Leaving the church behind, a man trades his vows for a sword and uniform, stepping into a life of love and adventure, where his past follows him like a shadow.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 23: English
Embark on a journey through 18th-century Europe as the main character navigates love, society, and scandal, one risky encounter at a time.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 05: Milan and Mantua
Witness a charismatic adventurer's mischievous escapades and romantic pursuits amidst the glittering backdrop of 18th-century Milan and Mantua.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 30: Old Age and Death
Experience an aging libertine's witty yet poignant reflections on love, loss, and societal changes as he navigates the twilight of his adventurous life.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 20: Milan
A notorious charmer sets off to Milan, leaving behind a trail of lovers while seeking new passions among actresses and aristocrats.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 06: Paris
In 18th-century Paris, a notorious charmer risks everything for a forbidden love, navigating a world of secret identities, passionate encounters, and ever-present danger.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 02: a Cleric in Naples
Witness a charming scoundrel's descent into rakish misadventures as he finds love, loss, and calamity in the enchanting city of Naples.
By Giacomo Casanova
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Volume 01: Childhood
Discover the curious beginnings of a famed adventurer, from a mysterious childhood illness to the first sparks of intellect and romance.
By Giacomo Casanova