The Diary of Samuel Pepys by Samuel Pepys
"The Diary of Samuel Pepys" is a detailed personal account written by a 17th-century English naval administrator and Member of Parliament. The diary offers an intimate look at life in London during a time of great historical significance, including the Great Fire of London, the Great Plague of London, and the Second Dutch War. Pepys' entries provide keen observations on politics, social customs, and personal relationships, making it an invaluable primary source for understanding the period.
The 1545th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1825
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- 1,100,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 32nd on Top 50 Books (The Folio Society)
- The 100 Best Nonfiction Books of All Time (The Guardian)
- The 100 Greatest Non-Fiction Books (The Guardian)