Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 41: January/february 1665-66
Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 41: January/february 1665-66
Translated by Mynors Bright
Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 41 covers the period from January to February 1665-66, offering a detailed account of Pepys's life as a naval administrator and his observations of 17th-century England. Written during a pivotal time in English history, the entries reflect significant events such as the Great Plague and the social dynamics of London. Pepys's meticulous documentation provides insight into both public affairs and his personal experiences, including social interactions and reflections on his ambitions. This volume is part of Pepys's larger diary, which is noted for its candidness and literary merit, edited by Robert Latham.
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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
