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.)
Anthony Walker
5 months agoWhat caught my attention immmediately was that the arguments are well-supported by credible references. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Donald Allen
1 week agoI didn’t realize how engaging this would be until the author avoids unnecessary jargon, which is refreshing. Absolutely essential reading.
Christopher Thompson
3 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the writing remains engaging even during complex sections. This has earned a permanent place in my collection.
Matthew Roberts
3 months agoThis was recommended to me by a colleague and it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. Truly inspiring.
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Joshua Campbell
5 months agoSimply put, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. A perfect companion for a quiet weekend.