| Author |
Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877 |
| Title |
History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce, 1603-04
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 48.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account likely written during the late 19th century. The book covers the complex political and military landscape of the Netherlands during a critical time of struggle for independence from Spanish rule, particularly focusing on the events following the death of key figures like William the Silent. The beginning of the text sets the scene after the death of Queen Elizabeth I of England and explores the consequent shifts in political alliances and power dynamics in Europe. It illustrates the anxiety felt by various European powers regarding the new monarch James I of England and highlights the continued conflict between the Dutch republic and Spain. Key characters emerge, such as James I, Barneveld, and the Spanish ambassador Tassis, weaving together a narrative laden with political intrigue, diplomatic maneuvering, and the precarious fate of the Dutch cause amidst a backdrop of evolving international relations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DH: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg
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| Subject |
Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4876 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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