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_aMotley, John Lothrop, _d1814-1877 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Rise of the Dutch Republic — Complete (1555-66) |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-11-07 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Complete (1555-66)" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book examines the formation and rise of the Dutch Republic during a critical period in European history, particularly focusing on the years leading to the establishment of its independence. The narrative explores themes of liberty, conflict, and the socio-political dynamics in the struggle against foreign tyranny, offering insight into the emergence of a powerful state from a historically subjugated territory. At the start of this extensive work, Motley introduces the geographical and historical context of the Netherlands, outlining its transformation from a fragmented region dominated by foreign powers to a burgeoning center of commerce and governance. The opening sections address the early inhabitants, their battles against Roman forces, and the socio-political changes wrought by centuries of feudalism. The text emphasizes the dichotomy between the oppressive rule of monarchs and the burgeoning spirit of liberty that would later characterize the Dutch struggle for independence. These themes set the stage for the Republic's eventual emergence and the narrative of resistance and resilience that Motley intends to unfold throughout the volumes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aNetherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 | ||
| 653 | _aNetherlands -- Church history | ||
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