History of My Life by Giacomo Casanova
"History of My Life" is an autobiography of an Italian adventurer and author, who is best remembered for his often complicated and elaborate affairs with women. The book offers a fascinating insight into his life, travels, and encounters. It provides an intimate look at the social customs and life of the 18th century, as well as the author's personal philosophies on a variety of subjects, including love, luck, and the importance of maintaining a sense of humor.
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- Published
- 1822
- Nationality
- Italian
- Length
- Very Long
- Pages
- 3500-4000
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
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- Geschichte meines Lebens
- Histoire de ma vie
- Historia de mi vida
- History Of My Life, Vols. I & Ii
- História da minha vida
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- Arts: The Critics' Century 1900-2000 (The Observer (Newspaper))
- Best Foreign Work of Fiction Chosen by Francophone Writers (French literary magazine Transfuge)
- Classics Revisited (Kenneth Rexroth)
- Harenberg Buch der 1000 Bücher (Harenberg Buch der 1000 Bücher)
- National Book Award for Translated Literature (1967-1983) (National Book Award)
- What are the Goncourt Winners’ Favorite Books? (Télérama)
- ZEIT-Bibliothek der 100 Bücher (Die Zeit)