Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 16: May/June 1662 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 16: May/June 1662
Note Reading ease score: 81.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 16: May/June 1662" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written during the 17th century. The book is a personal diary that chronicles Pepys's daily life and observations in England, particularly in relation to events concerning the courts, politics, and his personal relationships. It is an invaluable source for understanding the social and political climate of post-Restoration England. In this volume, Pepys provides a candid glimpse into his life during May and June of 1662, detailing interactions with key figures such as the Duke of York and various naval officers. He describes the arrival of the Queen and the public festivities surrounding it, alongside his personal reflections on matters of love, ambition, and contentment. His daily entries reveal the intricacies of his work at the Admiralty, witnessing events like the execution of Sir Henry Vane and the fluctuating dynamics in his relationships, particularly with Sir William Pen. Through meticulous observations, Pepys offers readers an engaging narrative that blends the mundane and the momentous, capturing the essence of his experiences in a transforming society. (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. 4134
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 27, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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