"Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 55: July 1667" by Samuel Pepys is a window into 17th-century England through the eyes of a government official during a turbulent period. This historical diary chronicles daily life amid naval conflicts and political changes as the narrator jots down personal experiences, his views, and interactions with important people plus the overall state of the nation. The diary pulls back the curtain on society through observations on naval battles, opinions on political relationships, and commentary on the health of those around him, painting a complex picture of a man navigating a world of significance. His writing begins with his daily observations and sets the stage for rich exploration during this time.
Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 55: July 1667
By Samuel Pepys
Witness key moments in English history through the secret journal of a government man trying to navigate chaotic times.
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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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