Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 67: August 1668 by Samuel Pepys

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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
Title Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 67: August 1668
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 67: August 1668" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written in the 17th century, specifically during the Restoration period of England. This work is part of a larger series that chronicles the day-to-day life, personal reflections, and significant events of Pepys, who served as a naval administrator. The diary provides an intriguing window into the inner workings of government and society during this tumultuous era, as well as insights into Pepys's personal life and struggles. In this volume, Pepys recounts his daily activities, from attending to naval matters to social outings and family interactions. He describes encounters with notable figures, participation in committees, and the complexities of his office duties, while also reflecting on his health issues, including his troubling eyesight. The diary entries reveal not only the political climate of the time, including discussions about military affairs and the management of the navy, but also the mundane details of life, such as theater visits, family gatherings, and moments of leisure. Overall, this volume encapsulates the richness of Pepys's experiences and the historical context of 17th-century 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. 4191
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 27, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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