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Quote by Samuel Pepys

“But Lord! To see the absurd nature of Englishmen that cannot forbear laughing and jeering at everything that looks strange.”

Quote by Samuel Pepys

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Samuel Pepys was a distinguished English diarist, Member of Parliament, and naval administrator. He is widely recognized for his extensive and personal diary, which offers a unique perspective into the Restoration period of English history. Born on February 23, 1633, and passing away on May 26, 1703, his tenure was characterized by his service to the crown and his meticulous documentation of his daily life. more

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