"Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 05: May 1660" by Samuel Pepys is a captivating diary from the 1600s. It shares the experiences and thoughts of Pepys, a government worker and navy leader, as England welcomes back King Charles II. Through his writing, readers see not only the big political changes but also everyday life, cultural events, and personal stories. Imagine being there as a country celebrates its king, while also dealing with all the confusing politics that come with such a big change. Pepys writes about being on his ship, meeting important people, and how much everyone loved the king. His diary paints a vibrant picture of England during this exciting, yet uncertain, moment in history.
Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 05: May 1660
By Samuel Pepys
Witness the grand return of a king and a nation's hopeful, yet precarious, steps into a new era through the eyes of a man living it.
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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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