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DIARY OF SAMUEL PEPYS, F.R.S., SECRETARY TO THE ADMIRALTY IN IBD

NABU PRESS
02 / 2010
9781143465109
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Sinopsis

'Diary of Samuel Pepys' offers an intimate glimpse into the life and times of 17th-century England through the eyes of Samuel Pepys, a prominent naval administrator and Member of Parliament. Spanning nearly a decade, the diary chronicles significant historical events such as the Great Plague, the Great Fire of London, and the Second Anglo-Dutch War, providing invaluable firsthand accounts. Pepys?s detailed entries reveal not only the grand affairs of state but also the everyday life of a London gentleman. His reflections on theater, music, social gatherings, and personal relationships paint a vivid picture of Restoration society. With its blend of historical significance and personal narrative, 'Diary of Samuel Pepys' remains a captivating and essential resource for understanding a pivotal era in English history. This edition makes Pepys?s invaluable observations accessible to a new generation of readers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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