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100 1 _aMotley, John Lothrop,
_d1814-1877
245 1 4 _aThe Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 11: 1566, part II
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-11-07
508 _aThis eBook was produced by David Widger
520 _a"The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 11: 1566, part II" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account published in the mid-19th century. This work details the political and social upheaval in the Netherlands during the latter half of the 16th century, leading to the Dutch struggle for independence against Spanish rule. The narrative primarily focuses on the conflict between the rebellious Dutch populace and the Spanish monarchy, emphasizing the roles played by key figures such as William of Orange. In this volume, Motley delves deep into the secret machinations of King Philip II of Spain as he attempts to maintain control over the Netherlands amid rising unrest. The story unfolds with a detailed exploration of the tensions between loyalists to the Spanish crown, including Count Egmont and Admiral Horn, and the burgeoning factions of the reformers led by Orange. The book captures significant events such as the image-breaking riots, the conflicting loyalties among the nobility, and the failure of the Duchess of Parma to navigate the growing crisis. Ultimately, it portrays a rich tapestry of political intrigue and a nation on the brink of revolt, revealing the complexities of the struggle for religion and governance that shaped Dutch history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNetherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648
653 _aNetherlands -- Church history
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4812
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