Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 04: March/April 1659-1660 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 04: March/April 1659-1660
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary The "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 04: March/April 1659-1660" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written in the mid-17th century, during a tumultuous period in England marked by the aftermath of the English Civil War and the Interregnum. This volume of Pepys' diary documents his daily life, observations, and the political climate surrounding him as England navigates the potential restoration of Charles II to the throne. The diary serves not only as a personal record but also as a reflection of the complexities of English governance and society in a time of political change. In this volume, Pepys details various events and personal interactions with significant figures of the time, including discussions about the future of the monarchy and the political maneuvers among parliamentarians and military leaders. He records his daily activities, such as attending meetings, socializing with friends, and managing his affairs, all while constantly updating his views on the shifting political landscape, especially regarding General Monk's influence on the Parliament and the perceived inevitability of the King's return. Themes of loyalty, governance, and personal responsibility run through his reflections as he balances his duties as a public servant with his private concerns, particularly regarding his family and health. As the restoration of the monarchy grows more likely, readers witness both the uncertainty and the hope that characterize this pivotal moment in English history. (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. 4120
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 27, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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