Stefan Zweig's "Casanova" is a biography of one of the most famous seducers and adventurers of the 18th century - Giacomo Casanova. The book was first published in 1928 and is part of a series of biographies of outstanding historical figures, which Zweig presented with literary flair.
Stefan Zweig (1881–1942) was an Austrian writer, essayist, and biographer, known for his masterful psychological portraits. His books, such as Marie Antoinette and Fouché , enjoyed enormous popularity.
Giacomo Casanova (1725–1798) was a Venetian traveler, writer, diplomat, and adventurer. His famous Memoirs ( Histoire de ma vie ) have become the basis for numerous studies and legends about his love affairs and turbulent life. In his biography, Zweig presents Casanova not only as a seducer, but also as a brilliant intellectual and a man of extraordinary charisma.
The first Polish translation was published in 1930.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Circulation: 25 copies
Handcrafted full leather binding, with case.
The book is set in Monotype Walbaum , a digital version of fonts cut around 1800 by Justus Erich Walbaum, and printed on Century Laid cotton ribbed paper. The frontispiece features a portrait of Casanova from 1788.
Octavo, 240 pp.
The book will be shipped within 14 days of ordering.
