Time Traveller's Guide to Restoration Britain: Life in the Age of Samuel Pepys, Isaac Newton and The Great Fire of London

The third volume in Ian Mortimer's Time Traveller's Guides series takes readers to Restoration Britain, a period of rapid change from superstition to rationalism and scientific calculation. It answers questions about where to stay, what to eat, what to wear, and where to shop, and encourages us to reflect on the customs and practices of daily life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2018
Publisher: Vintage Publishing

The past is a foreign country, and this guidebook will take you on a journey through the vibrant and captivating era of Restoration Britain, from 1660 to 1700. This period is a treasure trove of historical wonders, and it's your chance to experience the wonders of this remarkable time firsthand.

The Restoration era was a time of immense change and transformation. It marked the end of the civil wars and the beginning of a magnificent new era. The age of Samuel Pepys and the Great Fire of London, bawdy comedy, and the libertine court of Charles II were just a few of the exciting events that shaped this period.

But what would it really be like to live in Restoration Britain? Where would you stay and what would you eat? What would you wear and where would you do your shopping? The third volume in Ian Mortimer's bestselling Time Traveller's Guides series answers these crucial questions and more.

People's lives were changing rapidly during this period, from a world of superstition and religious explanation to rationalism and scientific calculation. The Restoration era saw the tipping point between the old world and the new, as fear and uncertainty gave way to curiosity and professionalism. Fine wines, knives, and forks replaced the traditional eating with your fingers, and people began to appreciate the finer things in life.

Travelling to Restoration Britain is not just a chance to learn about the past; it's also an opportunity to reflect on the customs and practices of daily life. This unique guide not only teaches you about the seventeenth century but also makes you look with fresh eyes at the modern world.

Ian Mortimer is a historical truffle hound with a passion for the past. His book is a delightful read that will transport you back to the vibrant and captivating era of Restoration Britain. Whether you're a history enthusiast or just looking for a fun and informative journey, this guide is sure to captivate your imagination.

So, pack your bags and prepare to travel back in time to the era of Samuel Pepys and the Great Fire of London. With Ian Mortimer's Time Traveller's Guide as your guide, you'll experience the wonders of Restoration Britain like never before.

Weight: 360g
Dimension: 197 x 129 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780099593393