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Casanova was an Italian adventurer and author from the Republic of Venice. His autobiography, is regarded as one of the most authentic sources of the customs and norms of European social life during the 18th century. He has become so famous for his often complicated and elaborate affairs with women…
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I ran into The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova by accident while doing some research for my historical cozy mystery series.
While we've all heard the name 'Casanova' and that he's famous for his amorous dalliances, I had no idea he'd written a twelve-volume autobiography! I've only read the first volume so far, but I found it completely fascinating! (Make sure you do not end up with the butchered version of his memoirs—back at the time the books were thought quite scandalous, and some got 'doctored.' The originals would be considered tame nowadays. :P)
A great slice of life back in…
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