Casanova

By: Giacomo Casanova

Narrated by: Benedict Cumberbatch

The first part of the Memoirs of Giacomo Casanova, a special film tie-in version. The film, starring Heath Ledger as Casanova with Jeremy Irons and Sienna Miller, will be released in UK February 2006.©2006 CSA Telltapes Ltd. (P)2006 CSA Telltapes Ltd.

Critic reviews

"During Casanova's long life (1725 - 98) he was involved in high politics in both church and state all over Europe and in Russia. This volume goes some way to explaining his character. His father died when he was seven, leaving six children, but his irresistibly attractive mother won fame as an actress, persuading peers and prelates alike to ensure Giacomo's wellbeing. Casanova presents himself as an attractive rogue, susceptible rather than calculating, and bemused by his numerous and frequently farcical sexual encounters." Christina Hardyment, The Times

Beautiful performance. Okay story

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

The narrator-Mr Cumberbatch delivers a commanding and first rate performance of a mediocre book.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Giacomo himself

Have you listened to any of Benedict Cumberbatch’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This is my first listen of one of BC's audio perforances

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No

Interesting... Not wanting it to stop.

I found this book written in a sought of conversation format. Format without chapters or sections. It was as if you were sitting face to face with Casanova while he while telling you how his "wildest" exhibitions begin. Very interesting. I look forward to reading and studying more on this great seductionist...

Story of the greatest lover and conman in history

Benedict Cumberbatch performance was excellent his voice is wonderful to listen to great story too

favorite audio book of all time

so well written and spoken it's a must read! The speaker was born for this work

Amazing

What made the experience of listening to Casanova the most enjoyable?

it is the book itself, Casanova's appetite for life, experience and adventure is truly inspiring

What was one of the most memorable moments of Casanova?

any of his tryst, so sensual and titillating. his words so irresistible

What does Benedict Cumberbatch bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

he's good but i am not crazy about it, Casanova is Italian not British so i don't care for the accent

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

i can't recall, some scenes are still vivid, but i wouldn't say they're moving

Any additional comments?

definitely need the unabridged one