TY - BOOK AU - Pepys,Samuel AU - Braybrooke,Richard Griffin,Baron AU - Wheatley,Henry B. AU - Bright,Mynors TI - Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 07: August/September 1660 AV - DA PY - 2004/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 -- Diaries KW - Cabinet officers -- Great Britain -- Diaries KW - Diarists -- Great Britain -- Diaries KW - Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 17th century -- Sources KW - Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Sources N1 - Release date is 2004-11-29; Produced by David Widger; Original publication data not identified N2 - "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 07: August/September 1660" by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written during the 17th century, specifically during the Restoration period of England. This diary offers a unique, personal perspective on the daily life of Pepys, who served as a naval administrator and clerk, providing insights into the political, social, and economic happenings of his time. The likely topic of the book revolves around Pepys’ observations of life in London, his professional duties, and his personal experiences, including his interactions with notable figures of the era. In this volume, Pepys continues to document his busy life, focusing on his work at the Privy Seal and the Navy Office. He describes his interactions with various colleagues, including Sir William Batten and Sir William Penn, and shares details about the management of naval finances and provisions. Notable events include Pepys' social engagements, reflections on his wife’s health, and the vibrant atmosphere of post-Restoration London, marked by gatherings, church visits, and witty conversations. Interspersed with humorous anecdotes and personal observations, Pepys’ diary paints a vivid picture of 17th-century life while revealing his ambitions, relationships, and the challenges he faces in both his personal and professional life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4123 ER -