Casanovas Heimfahrt: Desillusionierung eines Verführers: Eine erotische Novelle des Autors von Traumnovelle, Reigen und Fräulein Else

Set in 1778, the novella explores Casanova's life as he awaits a signal from Venice to end his 25-year exile. In Mantua, he reunites with his friend Olivo and rekindles feelings with Olivo's wife, Amalia, who still longs for him. However, Casanova's interest lies in the young Marcolina, Olivo's niece, who is focused on her studies. The narrative delves into themes of desire, unrequited love, and the complexities of human relationships, reflecting the psychological depth characteristic of Schnitzler's work within the context of early 20th-century society.