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The Diary of Samuel Pepys: A Selection

By Samuel Pepys
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The Diary of Samuel Pepys: A Selection offers a glimpse into the life of Samuel Pepys, a naval administrator and Member of Parliament, during a transformative period in 17th-century England. Through his detailed observations, Pepys captures the daily experiences of city life, politics, and significant historical events such as the Great Plague and the Great Fire of London. This selection highlights his candid reflections on both personal and public affairs, providing an insightful window into the era.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in discovering the rich details of everyday life in 17th-century London, through the candid observations and vivid storytelling of a man who witnessed monumental events like the Great Fire of London and the plague. This memoir offers a personal glimpse into both the public and private spheres of the time, providing a fascinating historical perspective with a touch of humour and humanity.

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The Diary of Samuel Pepys: A Selection

The 1660s represent a turning point in English history, and for the main events - the Restoration, the Dutch War, the Great Plague, the Fire of London. This book offers an eyewitness account along with lively descriptions of the author's socializing, his amorous entanglements, his theater-going & music-making.

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The 1660s represent a turning point in English history, and for the main events—the Restoration, the Dutch War, the Great Plague and the Fire of London—Pepys provides a definitive eyewitness account, along with lively descriptions of his socialising, his amorous entanglements, his theatre-going and music-making.

Unequalled for its frankness, high spirits and sharp observations, the diary is both a literary classic and a marvellous portrait of 17th-century life.

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The Diary of Samuel Pepys: A Selection offers readers a vivid glimpse into 17th-century London through the eyes of Pepys, capturing political, social, and personal details with intriguing honesty. Reviews often praise the diary for its candid and detailed entries, providing significant historical value while being engaging and surprisingly relatable. The selection allows contemporary readers to appreciate his observations on daily life, the English Restoration, and events like the Great Fire, making it both an educational and entertaining experience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141439938

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2003

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Edited by Robert Latham
  • Edited by Robert Latham
  • Edited by Robert Latham

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 49.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 777g

Pages: 1152

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About the Author

Samuel Pepys (1633-1703) achieved fame as a naval administrator & a friend & colleague of the powerful & learned. For nearly 10 years he kept a private diary in which he recorded life in Restoration London. Robert Latham edited the 11 volume edition of Pepys diary

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