02479cam a22003133u 4500 4817 UtSlPG 20260610133131.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DH Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877 The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 16: 1569-70 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-01-01 This eBook was produced by David Widger "The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 16: 1569-70" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account detailing the tumultuous political and religious landscape of the Netherlands during the late 16th century. Written in the mid-19th century, the book covers events surrounding the struggle of the Dutch people against Spanish rule, highlighting the fierce conflicts fueled by religious persecution and the quest for independence. Motley's work provides a comprehensive view of the rise of the Dutch Republic against the backdrop of tyranny and oppression. In this volume, the narrative focuses on the escalating tensions between the Duke of Alva, the Spanish governor-general, and Queen Elizabeth of England, along with the harsh measures taken against heresy that led to widespread persecution of dissenters. The book vividly describes individual stories of suffering, such as the execution of ministers and the plight of the Anabaptist Dirk Willemzoon, as well as the severe taxation imposed by Alva that provoked outrage among the provinces. Additionally, Motley's accounts of the disastrous flooding in the Netherlands reflect the suffering of the people under both manmade and natural calamities, illustrating the depth of their struggles during this pivotal period in history. Through detailed character studies and dramatic events, Motley captures the essence of the fight for freedom and the spirit of resilience among the Dutch populace. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 Netherlands -- Church history https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4817 46859 46859