Pepys' Diary
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Robert Latham
Binding: Hardback
Published: GUILD PUBLISHING LONDON
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Pepys' Diary presents an unparalleled window into 17th-century London, offering an intimate and candid account of a pivotal era. This monumental work chronicles the daily life of Samuel Pepys, a naval administrator, detailing everything from his personal affairs and social interactions to the seismic events that reshaped the city. It vividly illustrates the horrors of the Great Plague and the devastation of the Great Fire of London, alongside astute observations on politics, court intrigue, and the burgeoning scientific revolution. Latham's meticulous editing uncovers the full scope of Pepys's wit and keen eye for detail, making this an essential primary source for understanding the Restoration period. The narrative captures the vibrant, often tumultuous, spirit of a bygone age with remarkable immediacy and human insight.
Author: Robert Latham
Binding: Hardback
Published: GUILD PUBLISHING LONDON
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Pepys' Diary presents an unparalleled window into 17th-century London, offering an intimate and candid account of a pivotal era. This monumental work chronicles the daily life of Samuel Pepys, a naval administrator, detailing everything from his personal affairs and social interactions to the seismic events that reshaped the city. It vividly illustrates the horrors of the Great Plague and the devastation of the Great Fire of London, alongside astute observations on politics, court intrigue, and the burgeoning scientific revolution. Latham's meticulous editing uncovers the full scope of Pepys's wit and keen eye for detail, making this an essential primary source for understanding the Restoration period. The narrative captures the vibrant, often tumultuous, spirit of a bygone age with remarkable immediacy and human insight.