The older they are, they are more likely to be/show/have/display...
Probably only written by educated/higher class people as these would be the only ones to survive. Will be written more as a historical record or document. Will often include mention of activities/timetables. No focus on entertainment. Far more mention of religion and religious practices. Written in a factual tone - no suggestion that they are written to entertain or to be read by anybody else. Will contain mention of life in high-class settings. Writing will be largely accurate (for the time) and well-written due to nature of writers. A formal tone to be expected.
The newer they are, they are more likely to be/show/have/display...
Written by anyone. Written for a variety of purposes - possibly to record secrets, to complain, voice anger - far more focus on freedom of expression. Focus will be more on feelings and opinions due to change in oppressive nature of society. Tone of honesty and sometimes entertainment. Some more modern diaries - particularly if written by a significant individual such as a celebrity - are written with a view to them being read out or published (wider audience). Will feature interesting AND mundane activities. May be very informal in their approach.
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