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Captures the spirit of Restoration London, as it grew to become a major centre of international commerce and culture. This book provides accounts on various aspects of contemporary life, from the arts and entertainment to politics and religion.

Table of Contents
Introduction; 1 Before the diary; 2 Walking with kings; 3 Plague and fire; 4 War on the water; 5 London entertainments; 6 The restoration of sex; 7 The new science; 8 One true faith; 9 Home and hearth; 10 Books and bookmen; 11 After the diary; Chronology; Bibliography and sources; Index.

Voices from the World of Samuel Pepys

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      Publisher: David & Charles
      Publication Date: 26/09/2008
      ISBN13: 9780715326480, 978-0715326480
      ISBN10: 0715326481
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      European history: medieval period, middle ages

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Captures the spirit of Restoration London, as it grew to become a major centre of international commerce and culture. This book provides accounts on various aspects of contemporary life, from the arts and entertainment to politics and religion.

      Table of Contents
      Introduction; 1 Before the diary; 2 Walking with kings; 3 Plague and fire; 4 War on the water; 5 London entertainments; 6 The restoration of sex; 7 The new science; 8 One true faith; 9 Home and hearth; 10 Books and bookmen; 11 After the diary; Chronology; Bibliography and sources; Index.

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