The Diary Of Samuel Pepys, 1666 (1666) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164620402)

The Diary of Samuel Pepys, 1666 is a historical book written by Samuel Pepys, a prominent English naval administrator and Member of Parliament. The book is a personal journal that Pepys kept during the year 1666, a year that saw many significant events in English history, including the Great Fire of London and the Second Anglo-Dutch War.The diary provides a detailed account of Pepys' daily life, including his work as a naval administrator, his social activities, and his personal relationships. Pepys' writing is candid and often humorous, providing a unique insight into the life and times of a 17th-century Englishman.In addition to his personal experiences, Pepys also writes about the major events of the year, including the outbreak of the plague and the devastating fire that destroyed much of London. His descriptions of these events are vivid and provide a valuable historical record of the time.The Diary of Samuel Pepys, 1666 is a fascinating read for anyone interested in English history, particularly the Restoration period. It offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of an influential figure of the time and provides a wealth of information about the events that shaped the country during this important period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Samuel Pepys
ISBN-10: 1164620401
ISBN-13: 9781164620402
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.58lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.41d