Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 14: January/February 1661-62 by Samuel Pepys
QR code
The "Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 14: January/February 1661-62" by Samuel Pepys is a highly detailed historical account crafted during the 17th century. This work serves as a firsthand narrative reflecting the daily life, observations, and thoughts of Pepys, a naval administrator in London during the post-Restoration period. The diary offers a unique perspective on the political, social, and cultural developments of the time, including insights into Pepys's personal life and
the broader historical context. In this volume, Pepys provides an insightful glimpse into his daily routines, engagements, and social interactions during January and February of 1661-62. His entries describe various events, such as going to the theater, visiting friends and family, and reflecting on personal matters—such as his expenses and feelings about marriage. Pepys also documents notable occurrences in the political sphere, including updates about the navy and the war with the Portuguese. The writing captures the nuances of 17th-century life, peppered with humor, wit, and candid reflections that highlight Pepys's character and the times he lived in. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Upload it on the Amazon site your Kindle is registered with: amazon.com/sendtokindle for the US, amazon.co.uk/sendtokindle for the UK etc.
- It appears on your Kindle and in the Kindle app
Kobo, Nook etc. → Transfer via USB
- Download the EPUB3 file on your computer
- Connect your e-reader by USB and tap "Connect" on its screen
- Drag the file onto the e-reader drive
Phone, Tablet or Computer → Online or Reading App
Easiest: read online in your browser. Nothing to install.
Or use a reading app:
- Find and install one you like, for example Apple Books, ReadEra or Thorium Reader
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Open it in the app
More help: iPhone / iPad · Android · Computer
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Braybrooke, Richard Griffin, Baron, 1783-1858 |
| Editor | Wheatley, Henry B. (Henry Benjamin), 1838-1917 |
| Translator | Bright, Mynors, 1818-1883 |
| Title | Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 14: January/February 1661-62 |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703 -- Diaries |
| Subject | Cabinet officers -- Great Britain -- Diaries |
| Subject | Diarists -- Great Britain -- Diaries |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 17th century -- Sources |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Sources |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4132 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04132-2 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 493 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!