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Title: Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 12: September/October 1661
Note: Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 12: September/October 1661" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written in the 17th century during the early modern period. This volume of the renowned diary captures the day-to-day life, experiences, and observations of Pepys, who served as a naval administrator and a member of the English Parliament. The diary offers a unique glimpse into the political, social, and cultural landscape of England during the Restoration era, including Pepys' personal insights on court life, family, and the routine affairs of his profession. Throughout September and October 1661, Pepys records a variety of events ranging from mundane domestic life to significant political intrigues. The entries highlight his interactions with notable figures, his reflections on the state of the navy, and his observations on royal affairs, including the presence of foreign ambassadors and the societal changes occurring post-restoration. Amidst his official duties, Pepys also navigates personal life challenges, including tensions with his wife, concerns over family matters, and his indulgences in music and theatre. His candid style mixes humor, introspection, and detailed accounts that not only document his own life but also reflect the vibrant complexity of 17th-century England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703
Editor: Braybrooke, Richard Griffin, Baron, 1783-1858
Editor: Wheatley, Henry B. (Henry Benjamin), 1838-1917
Translator: Bright, Mynors, 1818-1883
EBook No.: 4129
Published: Nov 29, 2004
Downloads: 97
Language: English
Subject: Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 -- Diaries
Subject: Cabinet officers -- Great Britain -- Diaries
Subject: Diarists -- Great Britain -- Diaries
Subject: Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 17th century -- Sources
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Sources
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 12: September/October 1661
Note: Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 12: September/October 1661" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written in the 17th century during the early modern period. This volume of the renowned diary captures the day-to-day life, experiences, and observations of Pepys, who served as a naval administrator and a member of the English Parliament. The diary offers a unique glimpse into the political, social, and cultural landscape of England during the Restoration era, including Pepys' personal insights on court life, family, and the routine affairs of his profession. Throughout September and October 1661, Pepys records a variety of events ranging from mundane domestic life to significant political intrigues. The entries highlight his interactions with notable figures, his reflections on the state of the navy, and his observations on royal affairs, including the presence of foreign ambassadors and the societal changes occurring post-restoration. Amidst his official duties, Pepys also navigates personal life challenges, including tensions with his wife, concerns over family matters, and his indulgences in music and theatre. His candid style mixes humor, introspection, and detailed accounts that not only document his own life but also reflect the vibrant complexity of 17th-century England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703
Editor: Braybrooke, Richard Griffin, Baron, 1783-1858
Editor: Wheatley, Henry B. (Henry Benjamin), 1838-1917
Translator: Bright, Mynors, 1818-1883
EBook No.: 4129
Published: Nov 29, 2004
Downloads: 97
Language: English
Subject: Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 -- Diaries
Subject: Cabinet officers -- Great Britain -- Diaries
Subject: Diarists -- Great Britain -- Diaries
Subject: Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 17th century -- Sources
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Sources
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.