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Title: Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 73: April/May 1669
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 73: April/May 1669" by Samuel Pepys is a historical diary written in the late 17th century. This volume captures a specific period in Pepys' life, detailing his experiences and observations as a Clerk of the Acts and Secretary to the Admiralty in England. The diary offers insights into various facets of life during the Restoration period, including naval affairs, social interactions, domestic life, and reflections on personal health. The opening of this volume starts with excerpts from early April 1669, chronicling Pepys' activities as he navigates court-martial proceedings, social dinners, and his responsibilities at the Navy Office. Pepys exhibits a keen awareness of political dynamics, taking note of discussions around Navy administration and the influence of various figures, such as the Duke of York. His personal life intertwines with these observations, revealing a mix of social gatherings and introspective thoughts on relationships and his own eye problems. This portion of the diary emphasizes Pepys' dual role in public service and private life, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of his character and the historical context in which he lived. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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
EBook No.: 4198
Published: Jun 1, 2003
Downloads: 127
Language: English
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
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 73: April/May 1669
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 73: April/May 1669" by Samuel Pepys is a historical diary written in the late 17th century. This volume captures a specific period in Pepys' life, detailing his experiences and observations as a Clerk of the Acts and Secretary to the Admiralty in England. The diary offers insights into various facets of life during the Restoration period, including naval affairs, social interactions, domestic life, and reflections on personal health. The opening of this volume starts with excerpts from early April 1669, chronicling Pepys' activities as he navigates court-martial proceedings, social dinners, and his responsibilities at the Navy Office. Pepys exhibits a keen awareness of political dynamics, taking note of discussions around Navy administration and the influence of various figures, such as the Duke of York. His personal life intertwines with these observations, revealing a mix of social gatherings and introspective thoughts on relationships and his own eye problems. This portion of the diary emphasizes Pepys' dual role in public service and private life, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of his character and the historical context in which he lived. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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
EBook No.: 4198
Published: Jun 1, 2003
Downloads: 127
Language: English
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
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.