Florence To Trieste

By Jacques Casanova and Giovanni Giacomo Casanova

Book Overview

Florence To Trieste is a travelogue written by the famous Italian adventurer and writer, Jacques Casanova. The book is a first-person account of Casanova's journey from Florence to Trieste, two of the most beautiful cities in Italy. The book begins with Casanova's departure from Florence, where he had been living for some time. He describes the city's beauty and its cultural significance, including its art, architecture, and history. He then sets out on his journey, traveling through the Tuscan countryside and stopping in various towns and villages along the way. As he travels, Casanova recounts his experiences and encounters with the locals, describing their customs, traditions, and way of life. He also reflects on his own life and experiences, providing insights into his personality and character. The journey culminates in Trieste, a port city on the Adriatic Sea. Casanova describes the city's beauty and its importance as a cultural and commercial hub. He also shares his impressions of the people he meets there, including artists, writers, and intellectuals. Overall, Florence To Trieste is a fascinating and insightful travelogue that provides a unique perspective on Italy, its people, and its culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, Italian culture, or the life and adventures of Jacques Casanova.A few days after he had gone, I made the acquaintance of the fair Viscioletta, and fell so ardently in love with her that I had to make up my mind to buy her with hard cash. The time when I could make women fall in love with me was no more, and I had to make up my mind either to do without them or to buy them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419120077
• ISBN13: 9781419120077
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"