| 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 27: March 1663-64
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 27: March 1663-64" by Samuel Pepys is a historical diary written in the 17th century. This book is part of a larger collection that chronicles Pepys's daily life, documented through his journal entries. The likely topics explored in this volume include personal experiences, professional duties related to the Admiralty, and significant events from English history during the Restoration period, highlighting both mundane and pivotal moments in Pepys's life. In this volume, Pepys provides an intimate glimpse into his life over the course of a year, detailing conversations, social engagements, and work at the Admiralty. Throughout March, we see Pepys grappling with personal issues, such as his eye troubles and family dynamics, particularly concerning his ill brother, Tom, whose condition grows increasingly dire. The diary also sheds light on political intrigues and social interactions, including discussions about theatre and the East India Company, amidst the backdrop of London's evolving social landscape. Pepys's reflections reveal a man deeply engaged in his duties and the world around him, navigating personal anxieties while also partaking in the vibrant life of Restoration England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 -- Diaries
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| Subject |
Cabinet officers -- Great Britain -- Diaries
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| Subject |
Diarists -- Great Britain -- Diaries
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 17th century -- Sources
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Sources
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4147 |
| Release Date |
Nov 30, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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