Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 53: May 1667 by Samuel Pepys
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| Author | Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 |
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| Editor | Braybrooke, Richard Griffin, Baron, 1783-1858 |
| Editor | Wheatley, Henry B. (Henry Benjamin), 1838-1917 |
| Translator | Bright, Mynors, 1818-1883 |
| Title | Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 53: May 1667 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 53: May 1667" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account, first penned in the mid-17th century. This volume serves as a glimpse into the daily life and observations of Samuel Pepys, a prominent figure in the English Navy, as he navigates his personal, political, and social environment during a significant period in English history. The diary details Pepys’s thoughts on various subjects, from administrative matters at the Admiralty to his reflections on art and society, providing a unique perspective on the events of his time. The opening of the diary begins to paint a vivid picture of Pepys’s routine and the world around him at the start of May 1667. Pepys documents his activities with a keen eye, from attending to financial matters at the Excise Office, where he discusses the health of the Lord Treasurer, to leisurely observances of May Day celebrations in the park. His interactions with various nobles, friends, and acquaintances reveal the intricacies of his court and social life, filled with gossip and opinions on the political climate. Throughout the entries, there’s a blend of personal musings and professional dealings as he grapples with the challenges of governance, relationships, and societal changes, all while subtly reflecting on the responsibilities of his position in the turbulent waters of Restoration England. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| 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 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 4176 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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