| 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 69: November 1668
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 69: November 1668" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written in the 17th century. This diary entry provides a glimpse into the life and thoughts of Pepys, who served as a Clerk of the Acts and Secretary to the Admiralty during the Restoration period in England. The likely topic of the book revolves around Pepys's personal and professional experiences, which intersect with significant historical events and social dynamics of his time. In this volume, Pepys narrates the ongoing tensions in his personal life, particularly the strain in his marriage due to his relationship with a maid named Deb. The entries reveal his internal conflicts about love, loyalty, and social status, as he navigates challenges at both home and work. Alongside reflections on his professional responsibilities concerning the Duke of York and the administration of the Navy, the diary highlights his efforts to reconcile his marriage while managing the complexities of life in a politically charged environment. Through this rich tapestry of daily life, readers gain insight into the socio-political landscape of 17th-century England, as well as the intimate details of Pepys's personal dilemmas. (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. |
4193 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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