The Real Casanova
Giacomo Casanova has long been hailed as a lustful beast, bedding as many women as he could. He consorted with figures across the spectrum - from prostitutes and pimps, to kings, queens and popes. He lived a life of adventure, comedy and drama and raised questions about human relationships and sexuality that are still relevant today. How has our view of him changed in these modern times?
Giacomo Casanova has long been hailed as a lustful beast, bedding as many women as he could. He consorted with figures across the spectrum - from prostitutes and pimps, to kings, queens and popes. He lived a life of adventure, comedy and drama and raised questions about human relationships and sexuality that are still relevant today. How has our view of him changed in these modern times?
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