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_aMotley, John Lothrop, _d1814-1877 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aHistory of the United Netherlands, 1586e |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-01-01 | ||
| 508 | _aThis eBook was produced by David Widger | ||
| 520 | _aThe "History of the United Netherlands, 1586" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book focuses on the period of the Eighty Years' War, detailing the conflict and political maneuvers between the Netherlands and the Spanish Empire, particularly following the death of William the Silent and leading up to the Twelve Years' Truce in 1609. It explores the backdrop of diplomacy, warfare, and the interplay of personal ambitions among leaders of the time. In this detailed account, Motley examines the complex political landscape of the United Netherlands during a time of strife and change. Key figures, such as Sir Francis Drake and the Earl of Leicester, play prominent roles as they engage in strategic alliances and confrontations against Spanish hegemony. The narrative highlights the political dynamics and fragile alliances between English and Dutch forces and delves into the emerging ideas of sovereignty, freedom, and governance in the face of religious oppression. Additionally, it captures the social and economic conditions of the provinces affected by war and showcases the aspirations for independence that dominated the period, ultimately shaping the trajectory of European politics and the rise of the Dutch Republic. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aNetherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 | ||
| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4850 |
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