02456cam a22003013u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000037001122450045001492640051001943000047002453360026002923370026003183380036003445000031003805080044004115201536004555340045019916530059020368560042020959990017021374856UtSlPG20260610133131.0mcr n260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aDH1 aMotley, John Lothrop,d1814-187710aHistory of the United Netherlands, 1588b 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2004  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2004-01-01  aThis eBook was produced by David Widger  a"History of the United Netherlands, 1588" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account that falls within the genre of history writing, specifically focusing on the political landscape and events of the Netherlands during the late 16th century. Written in the mid to late 19th century, the book examines the period surrounding the Dutch struggle for independence from Spanish rule, detailing the complex interactions and conflicts involving prominent figures of that time, including the political machinations of England and the influence of Queen Elizabeth I.  The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the tensions between Spain and the emerging Netherlands, emphasizing the tumultuous political relationships and rivalries among Dutch leaders and their English allies. Central themes include the discord within the Dutch states, the role of Count Maurice of Nassau as a pivotal figure in the fight for independence, and the overarching threat posed by Spain under Philip II. Motley's detailed portrayal of events in 1588, including the resignation of Leicester and the internal strife among the provinces, illustrates how these political divisions impacted military strategies and the larger struggle for freedom. The historical account not only highlights the clashes and decisions that defined this era but also offers insights into the broader implications for European politics, particularly regarding the clash between Catholicism and Protestantism during the Reformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aNetherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-164840uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4856  c46898d46898