Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 53: May 1667 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 53: May 1667
Note Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 53: May 1667" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account, first penned in the mid-17th century. This volume serves as a glimpse into the daily life and observations of Samuel Pepys, a prominent figure in the English Navy, as he navigates his personal, political, and social environment during a significant period in English history. The diary details Pepys’s thoughts on various subjects, from administrative matters at the Admiralty to his reflections on art and society, providing a unique perspective on the events of his time. The opening of the diary begins to paint a vivid picture of Pepys’s routine and the world around him at the start of May 1667. Pepys documents his activities with a keen eye, from attending to financial matters at the Excise Office, where he discusses the health of the Lord Treasurer, to leisurely observances of May Day celebrations in the park. His interactions with various nobles, friends, and acquaintances reveal the intricacies of his court and social life, filled with gossip and opinions on the political climate. Throughout the entries, there’s a blend of personal musings and professional dealings as he grapples with the challenges of governance, relationships, and societal changes, all while subtly reflecting on the responsibilities of his position in the turbulent waters of Restoration England. (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
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EBook-No. 4176
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 27, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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