The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Complete (1574-84) by John Lothrop Motley
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"The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Complete (1574-84)" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the struggle for independence of the Dutch provinces against Spanish domination during a time marked by political intrigue, warfare, and religious conflict. The narrative centers around key figures such as William of Orange, who emerges as a pivotal leader in the quest for civil and religious freedoms
for the Protestant population of the Netherlands. The opening of the book describes the tense atmosphere of the Dutch Republic in the late 1570s, marked by ongoing negotiations and a series of tumultuous events following the era known as the Council of Blood. It details the secretive diplomatic efforts by various parties seeking peace, as well as the steadfast resolve of the Prince of Orange amidst rising tensions with the Spanish government. The narrative captures the complexities of shifting loyalties among the provinces, the pressing need for unity against external pressures, and the character of pivotal leaders, setting the stage for the unfolding drama of rebellion and the fight for autonomy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Complete (1574-84) |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.9 (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 |
| Subject | Netherlands -- Church history |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4835 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04835-2 |
| Release Date | Nov 7, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 699 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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