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John Evelyn's 'The Diary of John Evelyn' (Vol. 1&2) is a captivating memoir that provides an invaluable glimpse into the world of 17th-century England. Written in the form of daily entries, Evelyns diary not only records important historical events, but also delves into his personal reflections on society, culture, and politics. His elegant prose style and keen observations offer readers a rich tapestry of life in the Restoration era, making this work a timeless piece of literature that continues to resonate with modern audiences. Evelyns meticulous attention to detail and his vivid descriptions paint a vivid picture of the time period, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the world he ...
The Letterbooks of John Evelyn, a collection of more than eight hundred letters selected by Evelyn himself, constitutes an essential new resource for scholars of seventeenth-century England.
Sometimes overshadowed by his friend and contemporary Samuel Pepys, Evelyn is the other great English diarist. His great interest is that he was privy to all the great men and events in his very long life and as a valued administrator he was also involved with many serious projects, such as combatting plague.
Intriguing insight into the minds of two exceptional men whose contribution to our understanding of 17th-century England is incalculable. SPECTATOR Pepys and Evelyn first came to know each other during the Second Dutch War (1664-7). As the plague raged in the London they loved, they were both preoccupied with the business of casualties from the war, Pepys as Clerk of the Acts, and Evelyn as a Commissioner for Sick and Wounded Seamen and Prisoners of War. Nearly forty years later they were still corresponding, exchanging details of remedies for the afflictions of old age. Their friendship, and their relations with others, as recorded in their famous diaries and letters, provide an exceptional...
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