Childhood

Childhood is a memoir written by Jacques Casanova, a renowned Italian adventurer and writer. The book is a vivid account of the author's childhood experiences, from his birth in Venice to his teenage years. Casanova's writing style is both engaging and descriptive, providing the reader with a detailed look into his early life.The book begins with Casanova's birth in 1725 and his upbringing in Venice. He describes his family, including his father, who was a famous actor, and his mother, who was a seamstress. Casanova also writes about his education, including his time at a boarding school and his studies with a famous abbot.As the book progresses, Casanova delves into his teenage years, where he explores his sexuality and begins to experiment with women. He writes about his first sexual experiences and his relationships with various women, including a nun and a married woman.Throughout the book, Casanova provides insights into the social and cultural norms of 18th-century Europe, including the role of women and the aristocracy. He also writes about his travels throughout Europe, including his time in Paris and London.Overall, Childhood is a fascinating memoir that provides a unique perspective on the life of one of history's most intriguing figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, memoirs, or the life of Casanova himself.I felt neither happy nor unhappy; I had nothing to say. I had neither fear nor hope, nor even a feeling of curiosity; I was neither cheerful nor sad. The only thing which grated upon me was the face of the mistress of the house. Although I had not the faintest idea either of beauty or of ugliness, her face, her countenance, her tone of voice, her language, everything in that woman was repulsive to me.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.