Aventures de l'abbé de Choisy habillé en femme by abbé de Choisy
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Choisy, abbé de, 1644-1724
French
"Aventures de l'abbé de Choisy habillé en femme" by abbé de Choisy is a memoir written in the late 17th century. The book chronicles the life and escapades of François-Timoléon de Choisy, who, notably, cross-dressed and lived much of his life as a woman, often participating in courtly intrigues and societal affairs of the time. Through his experien...
aristocracy. The opening of the memoir introduces us to the author's life as he is compelled to recapture his youthful adventures at the request of a lady friend. He reflects on his peculiar upbringing, where he was dressed as a girl from a young age, leading to his participation in theatrical performances as a woman. He recounts the joys and follies of his life, including the societal and romantic attention he received while dressed as Madame de Sancy. The narrative captures the complexities of his identity and the happiness he found in being cherished and admired as a woman, leading to a humorous yet poignant commentary on societal expectations and personal desire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
George Taylor
2 months agoCompared to other books on this topic, the explanations are structured in a clear and logical manner. An excellent read overall.
Anthony Hill
3 weeks agoI didn’t think I would enjoy this, but the clarity of the writing makes this accessible to a wide audience. This has earned a permanent place in my collection.
Liam Lewis
3 months agoFrom a casual reader’s perspective, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. This left a lasting impression on me.
Ashley Lewis
5 months agoMy professor recommended this and the arguments are well-supported by credible references. A true masterpiece of its kind.
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Barbara Lewis
2 months agoI was genuinely impressed since the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.