DIARY AND CORRESPONDENCE OF JOHN EVELYN, F.R.S. IBD

Sinopsis

Explore 17th-century England through the insightful eyes of John Evelyn in this first volume of 'Diary and Correspondence of John Evelyn, F.R.S.' A prominent figure in his time, Evelyn meticulously chronicled his life, offering a unique window into the political, social, and cultural landscape of a tumultuous era. This volume includes not only Evelyn?s personal reflections but also invaluable private correspondence between King Charles I and Sir Edward Nicholas, and between Sir Edward Hyde, later Earl of Clarendon, and Sir Richard Browne, providing unparalleled access to the inner workings of the English monarchy and its key advisors during a period of profound upheaval. Edited with scholarly precision by William Bray and John Forster, this edition offers readers a rich tapestry of primary source material, shedding light on significant events and influential figures that shaped the course of English history. 'Diary and Correspondence' remains an essential resource for historians, researchers, and anyone fascinated by the intricate details of England?s past.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.