Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 06: June/july 1660
Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 06: June/july 1660
Translated by Mynors Bright
Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 06: June/July 1660 is part of the renowned diary series by Samuel Pepys, written during the Restoration period in the mid-17th century. This volume captures Pepys' daily life as a naval administrator, detailing significant events and personal reflections amidst the political upheaval following the restoration of Charles II. Notable for its candid observations and vivid portrayal of 17th-century society, the diary provides an eyewitness account of pivotal historical moments, including the Dutch War and the Great Plague. Edited and abridged by Robert Latham, this edition offers insights into Pepys' professional aspirations and personal experiences during a transformative era in England.
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“Strange to see how a good dinner and feasting reconciles everybody.””
— Samuel Pepys
“The truth is, I do indulge myself a little the more in pleasure, knowing that this is the proper age of my life to do it; and, out of my observation that most men that do thrive in the world do forget to take pleasure during the time that they are getting their estate, but reserve that till they have got one, and then it is too late for them to enjoy it.””
— Samuel Pepys
“He that will not stoop for a pin will never be worth a pound.””
— Samuel Pepys
“And so to bed.””
— Samuel Pepys
“Great talk among people how some of the Fanatiques do say that the end of the world is at hand, and that next Tuesday is to be the day. Against which, whenever it shall be, good God fit us all!””
— Samuel Pepys
“I find it a hard matter to settle to business after so much leisure and pleasure.””
— Samuel Pepys
“Now public business takes up so much of my time that I must get time a Sundays or a nights to look after my own matters.””
— Samuel Pepys
“neighbour of ours, Mr. Hollworthy, a very able man, is also dead by a fall in the country from his horse, his foot hanging in the stirrup, and his brains beat out.””
— Samuel Pepys
“I saw the girl of the house, being very pretty, go into a chamber, and I went in after her and kissed her.””
— Samuel Pepys
