Diary of Samuel Pepys — Volume 18: September/October 1662

In this mid‑17th‑century diary, Samuel Pepys records a bustling September in London, balancing his demanding duties at the Admiralty with the ordinary frustrations of household life. He details meetings with senior officials, the hurried pace of naval business, and the small triumphs of a day’s work—selling hulks, attending pay sessions, and even the curious tactics of auction bidders.

Beyond official affairs, Pepys offers candid glimpses of his personal world: misplaced keys, quarrels with his wife over a mischievous servant, and the comfort of a solitary dinner after a long day. Interwoven with references to contemporary politics, religious debates, and the lingering memory of recent upheavals, the entries capture the rhythm of a man striving to keep order amid the ever‑changing tide of Restoration England.