The Duel

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One of the few works written in Casanova's native Italian, The Duel is an important example of the infamous lothario's vivid prose and inimitable style. Having escaped from the inf amous Piombi Prison in Venice, Casanova became an exile, travelling through Western Europe and being given shelter on account of his fame. The story recounts the duel he fought with a Polish nobleman, Count Branicky, who had insulted Casanova over a ballerina. Describing the deadly encounter and the surprising events it precipitated with sardonic and even blase wit, Casanova proves his literary prowess. Format: Paperback Published: in UK in 2003 Publisher: Hesperus Press Pages: 112 Language: English ISBN 13: 9781843910329 ISBN 10: 1843910322 Show more