Memoirs of Samuel Pepys Esq. F. R. S.: Secretary to the Admiralty in the Reigns of Charles Ii. and James Ii. ; Comprising Diary from 659 to 669 ; Deciphered by the Rev. John Smith ... from the Original Short-Hand Ms. in the Pepysian Library ; and a Selection from His Private Correspondence

Memoirs of Samuel Pepys Esq. F. R. S.: Secretary to the Admiralty in the Reigns of Charles II. and James II. by Samuel Pepys provides a detailed account of historical events naval affairs court intrigues and personal experiences during the 17th century. The book offers a comprehensive collection of anecdotes characters and political landscapes shedding light on the author's life and interactions with influential figures of the time. Through diary entries and private correspondence readers are immersed in a vivid portrayal of the past making it a valuable resource for history enthusiasts and those interested in the social and political dynamics of the period.