Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 08: October/November/December 1660 by Samuel Pepys
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"Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 08: October/November/December 1660" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written during the mid-17th century, capturing the daily life of a prominent Englishman in a transformative period of British history. The diary entries detail Pepys's personal reflections, societal observations, and interactions with notable figures as the country begins to stabilize after the tumultuous events of the English Civil War and the Restoration of the monarchy. The
beginning of this volume immerses readers in Pepys's routine as he navigates his responsibilities as Clerk of Acts and Secretary to the Admiralty. Various entries from early October reveal his domestic life, including discussions about home improvements and financial concerns, as well as his interactions with family and friends. Pepys also documents significant political events, such as the discussions regarding military disbandment and the executions of condemned traitors. His keen observations reflect the social dynamics of the time, while his musings on religion and politics provide insight into the shifting landscape of Restoration England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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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 08: October/November/December 1660 |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| 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. | 4124 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 468 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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