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History of the United Netherlands (1584-1609)   By: (1814-1877)

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In "History of the United Netherlands (1584-1609)" John Lothrop Motley provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the Dutch struggle for independence from Spanish rule during the late 16th century. The book is well-researched and meticulously documented, offering readers a thorough understanding of the political, military, and cultural developments of the time.

Motley's narrative is engaging and informative, and he skillfully weaves together the various threads of the Dutch revolt, from the initial outbreaks of rebellion to the eventual establishment of the Dutch Republic. His writing is clear and concise, making complex historical events accessible to a wide audience.

One of the strengths of the book is Motley's ability to bring the key figures of the Dutch revolt to life, portraying them as complex and nuanced individuals grappling with difficult decisions in a tumultuous time. He also does an excellent job of placing the Dutch struggle for independence within the broader context of European politics and religious conflicts of the period.

Overall, "History of the United Netherlands (1584-1609)" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Dutch Republic and the broader European conflicts of the late Renaissance. Motley's insightful analysis and engaging prose make this book a must-read for history buffs and scholars alike.

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HISTORY OF THE NETHERLANDS, PG EDITION, COMPLETE

by JOHN LOTHROP MOTLEY, D.C.L., LL.D.

Corresponding Member of the Institute of France, Etc.

1555 1623

CONTENTS: The Rise of the Dutch Republic, 1555 1584 History of the United Netherlands, 1584 1609 Life and Death of John of Barneveld, 1609 1623

A Memoir of John Lothrop Motley by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.

THE RISE OF THE DUTCH REPUBLIC, 1555 1566

A History

JOHN LOTHROP MOTLEY, D.C.L., LL.D. Corresponding Member of the Institute of France, Etc. 1855

[Etext Editor's Note: JOHN LOTHROP MOTLEY, born in Dorchester, Mass. 1814, died 1877. Other works: Morton's Hopes and Merry Mount, novels. Motley was the United States Minister to Austria, 1861 67, and the United States Minister to England, 1869 70. Mark Twain mentions his respect for John Motley. Oliver Wendell Holmes said in 'An Oration delivered before the City Authorities of Boston' on the 4th of July, 1863: "'It cannot be denied,' says another observer, placed on one of our national watch towers in a foreign capital, 'it cannot be denied that the tendency of European public opinion, as delivered from high places, is more and more unfriendly to our cause; but the people,' he adds, 'everywhere sympathize with us, for they know that our cause is that of free institutions, that our struggle is that of the people against an oligarchy... Continue reading book >>


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