Tomalin, Claire
Samuel Pepys: The Unequalled Self
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241963265
- author:
- Tomalin, Claire
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 544
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 3.6 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Political, Britain
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Samuel Pepys: A Life of Unparalleled Openness Claire Tomalin's biography offers a fresh perspective on the remarkable life of Samuel Pepys, a naval administrator, friend, and colleague of the powerful and learned. Pepys is best known for his extraordinary diary, which recorded his experiences with remarkable openness and sensitivity, providing a unique insight into life in Restoration London. Within the narrative of his career, Tomalin explores Pepys' inner life, delving into his relationships with women, fears and ambitions, political shifts, and personal struggles. This biography sheds new light on Pepys' life, revealing a complex and multifaceted individual. A rich and thoughtful account, this biography restores weight and dignity to Pepys' life, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in history, literature, or the lives of those who shaped the past.
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