A Journal of the Plague Year

Set against the backdrop of the Great Plague of London, the narrative immerses readers in the harrowing experiences of a city gripped by fear as one in five residents succumb to the disease. The author meticulously details specific locations and provides casualty statistics, enhancing the authenticity of the account. Unlike Samuel Pepys's diary, this work offers a more systematic and comprehensive exploration of the plague's impact, resulting in a compelling and realistic portrayal of a historical catastrophe.