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  • The Diary of John Evelyn (Complete)

    by John Evelyn ...
    The two chief diarists of the age of Charles the Second are, mutatis mutandis, not ill characterized by the remark of a wicked wit upon the brothers Austin. "John Austin," it was said, "served God and died poor: Charles Austin served the devil, and died rich. Both were clever fellows. Charles was much the cleverer of the two." Thus John Evelyn and Samuel Pepys, the former a perfect model of ... Read more

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  • The History of Sabatai Sevi: The Suppos'd Messiah of The Jews

    by John Evelyn ...
    The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic, ... Read more

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  • An Apologie for the Royal Party (1659); and A Panegyric to Charles the Second (1661)

    by John Evelyn ...
    John Evelyn's "An Apologie for the Royal Party" is a compelling defense of the monarchy during a tumultuous period in English history. Written in the aftermath of the English Civil War, Evelyn articulates the virtues of royalist principles and the importance of a stable government. His eloquent prose seeks to persuade readers of the necessity of monarchy for the preservation of order and ... Read more

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  • The Diary of John Evelyn (Vol. 1&2)

    Enriched edition. The 17th Century Chronicles

    by John Evelyn, Brooke Sellers ...
    In "The Diary of John Evelyn (Vol. 1 & 2)", readers are presented with a meticulous account of 17th-century English life through the eyes of John Evelyn, a prominent writer and diarist. This remarkable work captures the rich tapestry of his experiences, thoughts, and observations from the Restoration period. Evelyn's literary style is marked by its introspective and reflective nature, often ... Read more

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  • The Diary of John Evelyn (Vol. 1&2)

    Enriched edition. The 17th Century Chronicles

    by John Evelyn, Lance Thomas ...
    In 'The Diary of John Evelyn (Vol. 1 & 2)', readers are invited into the richly detailed world of a 17th-century English polymath, revealing his reflections on art, science, politics, and the sweeping changes of the Restoration period. Evelyn's literary style is marked by a meticulous attention to detail and a keen observational prowess, capturing the zeitgeist of his time with eloquence. His ... Read more

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  • The Diary of John Evelyn

    Enriched edition. Reflections of a Renaissance Man: Insights from a 17th Century English Diarist

    by John Evelyn, Brooke Sellers ...
    In "The Diary of John Evelyn," the renowned 17th-century English writer delivers an intimate and unvarnished account of his life, capturing the intricacies of social, political, and cultural shifts during the Restoration period. Written in a reflective and eloquent literary style, the diary juxtaposes personal anecdotes with broader historical events, offering a rare glimpse into the sentiments of ... Read more

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  • The Diary of John Evelyn (Vol. 1&2) (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. The 17th Century Chronicles

    by John Evelyn, Gemma Yateswell ...
    The Diary of John Evelyn (Vol. 1&2) is one of the great documentary achievements of seventeenth-century English prose, spanning public catastrophe, courtly life, scientific curiosity, travel, religion, domestic grief, and political upheaval. Written in a measured, observant, and morally reflective style, it stands beside Pepys's diary yet differs in temperament: less theatrical and intimate, more ... Read more

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  • The Diary of John Evelyn

    Enriched edition. A 17th-Century Chronicle of Restoration England, Society, and History Through a Diarist's Eyes

    by John Evelyn ...
    The Diary of John Evelyn offers readers a unique insight into the daily life of a prominent 17th-century English diarist. The diary covers a wide range of topics, including Evelyn's personal reflections, observations on society, and historical events of the time. Written in a clear and engaging style, the diary provides a valuable resource for historians and literary scholars interested in the ... Read more

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  • The Diary of John Evelyn

    by John Evelyn ...
    Series Book 25 - Autobiography and Biographies Library
    The Diary of John Evelyn (1620-1706) is one of the principal literary sources for life and manners in the English seventeenth century. Evelyn was one of an influential group of men which included Wren, Pepys and Boyle; a founding member of the Royal Society. ... Read more

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  • The Diary of John Evelyn (Summarized Edition)

    Enriched edition. A 17th-Century Chronicle of Restoration England: Court, Art, Politics, Society, and Travel

    by John Evelyn, Ezra Everdale, Ezra Everdale ...
    The Diary of John Evelyn (Vol. 1&2) presents a capacious record of seventeenth‑century life, from the upheavals of the Civil Wars and Commonwealth to the Restoration and the scientific turn of the age. Evelyn's entries, at once decorous and exact, move from court ceremonial and cabinet politics to plague, fire, landscape, and art. His pages recount Continental travels through France and Italy, ... Read more

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  • The Diary of John Evelyn (Summarized Edition)

    Enriched edition. A 17th‑Century Diarist's Chronicle of Stuart England—Politics, Society, and Culture

    by John Evelyn, Ezra Everdale, Ezra Everdale ...
    Spanning the Civil War, Commonwealth, and Restoration, The Diary of John Evelyn records court ritual, scientific experiment, horticultural practice, and urban disaster in polished, morally inflected prose. He chronicles the Great Plague and the Fire of London, Royal Society demonstrations, and travels in France and Italy that shaped his connoisseurship, offering set-piece descriptions and measured ... Read more

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  • Hiking Cape Town

    35 spectacular hikes in and around Cape Town

    by Evelyn John Holtzhausen ...
    The mountains and forests in and around Cape Town are a hiker’s paradise, offering an array of excursions to suit both new converts and seasoned ramblers. Hiking Cape Town covers 35 exciting hikes on the Cape Peninsula and further afield, ranging from easy to moderate, with a number of more demanding trails for those who want to up their game. From classic hikes up the front face of Table Mountain ... Read more

    $18.99 CAD