History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the…
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"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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| 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 |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.2 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DH: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg |
| Subject | Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4876 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 236 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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