Diary of John Manningham (eBook)

Of the Middle Temple, and of Bradbourne, Kent, Barrister‑at‑Law, 1602-1603

John Manningham (Autor)

John Bruce (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
191 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654713126-7 (EAN)

Infos

The Diary of John Manningham offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of a 17th-century Englishman through his personal reflections and observations. Written in a diary format, Manningham chronicles his daily experiences, interactions, and thoughts with a keen eye for detail and introspection. The book is an invaluable historical document that provides insights into the social norms, cultural practices, and political landscape of the period. Manningham's writing style is engaging and eloquent, offering readers a vivid portrayal of life in early modern England. His attention to detail and candid observations make the diary a compelling read for history enthusiasts and literary scholars alike. Manningham's keen insights and witty commentary provide a unique perspective on the era.

Autor

John Manningham, an English lawyer and diarist, was notable for his culturally significant diary penned during the early 17th century—an essential period in English literary history. Though the exact dates of his birth and death are unrecorded, it is widely accepted that Manningham's main contribution to literary heritage comes from his scholarly accounts documented within the 'Diary of John Manningham' (1868). Chronicling the years 1602 to 1603, Manningham's diary insightfully captures the daily life and courtly events of the Elizabethan and early Jacobean periods. His entries are particularly valuable for their references to contemporary figures, notably William Shakespeare, whom Manningham mentions in relation to a performance of 'Twelfth Night.' Through a mixture of gossip, wit, and legal matters, his Diary provides unparalleled windows into the social and cultural milieu of his era. Despite the diary's brevity and its limited focus on a particular social stratum, the vivacity of Manningham's observations renders his work a cherished resource for scholars exploring the texture of early modern England. His literary style, characterized by a detailed and anecdotal approach, continues to enlighten and entertain readers interested in the rich tapestry of England's historic landscape.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 31.7.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Briefe / Tagebücher
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 1603-1625 • 16th century primary sources • Cultural Observations • Diaries • diarist John Manningham • Early Modern England • Early works to 1800 • Elizabethan history • Elizabethan society • England • English social history • Great Britain • historical anecdotes • historical diary • historical primary documents • History • James I • John Manningham writings • legal cases • legal practitioner • legal profession • Literary Diary • London • personal reflections • Renaissance diary accounts • Social commentary • social life and customs • Sources • Tudor period eyewitness