A fast-paced biography of the 18th-century prince of adventurers and lovers, Casanova. The author has separated fact from fiction, skillfully presenting the variegated facets of Casanova's character. 169 pages, including an Index. Bottom edges of covers and pages show moisture wear/staining; slight cover corner wear, moderate page toning and writing on ffep. Otherwise, nice shape, firm binding. Jacket has some edge tears and creasing, moisture staining at bottom.