02500cam a22003853u 4500 4138 UtSlPG 20260610133122.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 Diary of Samuel Pepys — Complete 1662 N.S. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-10-31 Produced by David Widger "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Complete 1662 N.S." by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written in the 17th century. This work details the daily life and observations of Samuel Pepys, a naval administrator in England during a tumultuous period including the Great Plague and the Great Fire of London. The diary serves as a rich primary source that offers insights into the personal experiences of Pepys and the social, political, and economic climate of Restoration England. The opening portion of the diary introduces the reader to Pepys's life in January 1662, capturing his mundane yet intriguing daily activities. From a series of interactions with family and friends to reflections on social events like theatre plays and gatherings, Pepys's entries provide a vivid snapshot of life in London. He recounts personal mishaps, like accidentally waking his wife with an elbow, and discusses his concerns over finances and debts, all while engaging in leisure activities such as music and games. This rich detail allows readers to gain a sense of Pepys's character, his social circle, and the broader context of his era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 -- Diaries Cabinet officers -- Great Britain -- Diaries Diarists -- Great Britain -- Diaries Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 17th century -- Sources Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Sources Braybrooke, Richard Griffin, Baron, 1783-1858 Wheatley, Henry B. (Henry Benjamin), 1838-1917 Bright, Mynors, 1818-1883 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4138 46184 46184