History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the…
"History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce--1609" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book explores the political and military conflicts between the United Provinces and the Spanish Empire, detailing the complex negotiations leading to the Twelve Years' Truce. It focuses on the broader themes of independence, religious freedom, and the struggle for sovereignty.
The opening of the narrative presents a turbulent period marked by the deliberations for peace in Spain and the dissatisfaction among courtiers regarding proposed peace treaties with the rebellious Netherlands. Key figures, such as the Marquis Spinola and Prince Maurice, grapple with the balance between military strategies and political negotiations, revealing the tensions and intrigues shaping the quest for truce. Complaints about military operations, court politics, and conflicting allegiances establish the backdrop for the conflicts and motivations of leaders on both sides, setting the stage for intense diplomatic maneuvering. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| 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, 1607b |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 50.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat 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. | 4880 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04880-2 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 190 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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