"Diary of Samuel Pepys — Complete 1662 N.S." by Samuel Pepys is a captivating historical record from 17th-century England that chronicles the daily endeavors and personal ponderings of Samuel Pepys, a naval official, during an era marked by significant events such as the Great Plague and the Great Fire of London; through meticulous diary entries, readers journey into Pepys's world, experiencing his interactions with family and friends, his engagement with social events like theater performances, and his candid reflections on personal mishaps, monetary anxieties, and cherished pastimes like music and games, providing unique insights into Pepys's character, his social milieu, and the wider context of Restoration England.
Diary of Samuel Pepys — Complete 1662 N.S.
By Samuel Pepys
Experience 17th-century London through the eyes of a naval administrator as he navigates daily life amidst plague, fire, and personal reflection.
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About the AuthorSamuel Pepys was an English diarist and naval administrator. He served as administrator of the Royal Navy and Member of Parliament, but is most remembered today for the diary he kept for almost a decade. Though he had no maritime experience, Pepys rose to be the Chief Secretary to the Admiralty under both King Charles II and King James II through patronage, diligence, and his talent for administration. His influence and reforms at the Admiralty were important in the early professionalisation of the Royal Navy.
Samuel Pepys was an English diarist and naval administrator. He served as administrator of the Royal Navy and Member of Parliament, but is most remembered today for the diary he kept for almost a decade. Though he had no maritime experience, Pepys rose to be the Chief Secretary to the Admiralty under both King Charles II and King James II through patronage, diligence, and his talent for administration. His influence and reforms at the Admiralty were important in the early professionalisation of the Royal Navy.
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