Samuel Pepys

The Unequalled Self

Autori

• Claire Tomalin

Parametri

• 465 pagine
• 17 ore di lettura

• Biografie e pensieri
• Narrativa
• Prosa storica
• Saggistica
• Storia

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Set against the backdrop of 17th-century Britain, this biography presents an in-depth look at the life of a young London civil servant who documented a transformative era. Through his candid diaries, he reveals personal experiences and historical events, establishing himself as a significant figure in English literature. Claire Tomalin's portrayal captures the complexities of his character and the impact of his observations, highlighting his legacy as the greatest diarist in the English language.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2003

(In brossura)