02234cam a22003013u 4500 4885 UtSlPG 20260610133132.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DH Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877 History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce — Complete (1584-1609) 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 2004-11-08 Produced by David Widger "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 written in the late 19th century. The book explores the period following the assassination of Prince William the Silent, focusing on the conflict between the Netherlands and Spain, and the broader implications for European liberty and religious tolerance during the 16th century. The opening of the work sets the stage for the tumultuous events that follow the death of William the Silent in 1584. It highlights the immediate aftermath of his assassination, emphasizing the deep sense of loss and despair felt throughout the Netherlands, as he was a pivotal figure in the struggle against Spanish rule. The narrative introduces the fragile political atmosphere, the rise of religious conflict, and the desperate measures the Dutch people adopted to resist oppression. The text discusses the various challenges faced by the fragile Dutch republic, including the manipulative diplomacy of the Spanish crown and the intricacies of political alliances, establishing a robust backdrop for the unfolding narrative of resistance and the fight for freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4885 46927 46927