02629cam a22003853u 4500 4171 UtSlPG 20260610133122.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 Diary of Samuel Pepys — Complete 1666 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 1666 N.S." by Samuel Pepys is a historical account written during the mid-17th century, specifically in the years surrounding the Great Plague and the Great Fire of London. The work consists of the diary entries of Samuel Pepys, who served as a naval administrator and a key figure in the government, providing readers with a detailed and personal glimpse into life during a tumultuous time in English history. The opening of the diary sets the stage for a vibrant and intricately detailed narrative filled with Pepys's engagements in both his professional duties and personal affairs. It begins on New Year's Day in January 1665, where he recounts a busy morning dictated by work routines, interspersed with social visits and musical gatherings. As he navigates his duties concerning naval victualling and interacts with notable figures such as Sir W. Warren and his friend Mr. Tooker, Pepys also reflects on his domestic life, including interactions with his wife, his affinity for music, and observations about the city. Through these entries, readers are introduced to Pepys's character, his ambitions, and the societal changes occurring around him, setting the foundation for a profound historical portrait. (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/4171 46217 46217