Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 26: January/February 1663-64 by Samuel Pepys
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"Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 26: January/February 1663-64" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written in the mid-17th century. The diary serves as a personal log of Pepys, who was a prominent English naval administrator, chronicling his daily experiences and reflections during the Restoration period of England. The opening of this volume finds Pepys recounting the events of early January 1664, with a blend of personal and professional experiences. He
begins with a description of a New Year’s gift that he received, which prompts conversations about loyalty and business dealings. As he navigates interactions with family, friends, and various societal figures, he reflects on his financial matters, recent visiting of theatres, and even observances from court life, including the King's interests. Key themes in this excerpt include social dynamics, the challenges of managing personal finances, and the pleasures of entertainment, encapsulated in Pepys's candid thoughts throughout his detailed diary entries. These early chapters set the tone for an engaging glimpse into 17th century English life through the eyes of a man who intricately captured the world around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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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 26: January/February 1663-64 |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| 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. | 4146 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04146-9 |
| Release Date | Nov 30, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 215 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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