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“The truth is that he (Casanova) had ceased subtly to be an adventurer to become a noisy scoundrel, or if that is too harsh, that he had no longer the irresistible charm of being the world’s best loser. He was always greedy. Now he was grasping. He was always noticeable. Now he was loud. He had become without knowing it a social man, desperately interested in the stability of his own position which he tried, without knowing how to do it, to link up with the stability of society. He had become a fortune hunter, and shrank from the quest of chance; the supernatural shine had left his eyes. Men saw in him no longer Puck, but a rival.”

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Book:Twelve Against the Gods
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Twelve Against the Gods

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William Bolitho

William Bolitho (1890-1930) was an English author known for his historical novels. His works are typically set against the backdrop of 19th-century British society, offering deep insights into the era's history and culture. more

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