Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798) was born in Venice, the son of actors who wanted him to become a priest. Instead he had numerous occupations, and is remembered as one of history's great lovers.
Stephen Satarelli is a poet and translator of Italian and French literary works.
Sophie Hawes is an artist, printmaker, and translator.
Gilberto Pizzamiglio is Professor of Italian Literature at the University of Venice.