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2004-12-01
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Pepys, Samuel
1633
1703
Braybrooke, Richard Griffin, Baron
1783
1858
Griffin, Richard, Baron Braybrooke
Neville, Richard
Wheatley, Henry B. (Henry Benjamin)
1838
1917
Wheatley, H. B. (Henry Benjamin)
Bright, Mynors
1818
1883
Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 56: August 1667
Produced by David Widger
The "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 56: August 1667" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written during the 17th century, specifically in the wake of the English Restoration. The book is a firsthand diary chronicling the daily life and experiences of Pepys, who was a naval administrator and a prominent figure in London's social and political landscape. The likely topic of the book centers on the intricacies of Pepys's personal life, work in the Admiralty, and his observations of societal events during a tumultuous period in English history. In this volume, Pepys recounts a variety of episodes from his daily life in August 1667. He engages in personal reflections and domestic disputes, especially regarding his wife’s jealousy, while also navigating his responsibilities at the office and dealing with the challenges of political intrigue amidst ongoing naval concerns. The entries detail interactions with colleagues, commentary on theatrical performances, and insights into the public sentiment regarding the recent peace with the Dutch. This volume highlights both the mundane and significant aspects of Pepys's life, providing a rich tapestry of historical context through his keen observations and personal anecdotes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 75.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 -- Diaries
Cabinet officers -- Great Britain -- Diaries
Diarists -- Great Britain -- Diaries
Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 17th century -- Sources
Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Sources
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Category: Biographies
Category: History - British
Category: History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)
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