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Diary of Samuel Pepys - Volume 60: December 1667
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703
- Language:
- English
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource : multiple file formats
- Place of Publication:
- Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
- Summary:
- "Diary of Samuel Pepys - Volume 60: December 1667" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written in the 17th century, specifically during the Restoration period in England. This volume is part of Pepys' extensive diary that chronicles his daily life, thoughts, and the political affairs of his time, providing a unique insight into the social, cultural, and political landscape of post-Cromwell England. In this volume, Pepys documents various aspects of his life in December 1667, including interactions with notable figures and personal reflections. He discusses significant political tensions, particularly surrounding the Parliament and the exiled Lord Chancellor. Pepys also deals with his own financial matters, including lending money to acquaintances and managing his accounts. The narrative is peppered with observations on social events, church visits, and his relationships with colleagues and family. Throughout, Pepys' keen attention to detail and candid reflections present a vivid portrayal of life and politics during a turbulent time in English history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
- Credits:
- Produced by David Widger
- Notes:
- Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
- Release date is 2004-12-01
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