
A witty young aristocrat, fresh from the corridors of Parisian power, decides to set down his escapades for a trusted confidant. He invites listeners into his world of lavish parties, clever banter, and a restless pursuit of pleasure, all narrated with a playful blend of self‑awareness and elegance. His voice captures the sparkle of 18th‑century high society while hinting at the restless heart beneath the polished exterior.
Central to his tale is Rozette, a captivating woman whose charm and intelligence match her beauty. He sketches her lively spirit, her quick judgments, and the way she effortlessly sways those around her. Their flirtations are described with a gentle, teasing tone, revealing both the thrill of the chase and the delicate balance between desire and restraint.
Through his candid observations, the memoir offers a snapshot of a life lived for amusement, where every encounter becomes a miniature portrait of gallant intrigue. Listeners will be drawn into his lively recounting of love, wit, and the fleeting joys of a carefree youth.
Language
fr
Duration
~3 hours (197K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Laurent Vogel, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
Release date
2013-04-23
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1716–1795
An 18th-century French writer, dramatist, and librettist, he moved easily between theatre, fiction, and opera. He is best remembered today for a small body of witty, often provocative work that captures the playful spirit of pre-Revolutionary French literature.
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