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100 1 _aMotley, John Lothrop,
_d1814-1877
245 1 0 _aLife and Death of John of Barneveld, Advocate of Holland : with a view of the primary causes and movements of the Thirty Years' War, 1610a
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 2004-01-01
508 _aThis eBook was produced by David Widger
520 _a"The Life and Death of John of Barneveld, Advocate of Holland: with a view of the primary causes and movements of the Thirty Years' War" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life of John of Barneveld, a pivotal figure in the history of the Dutch Republic, focusing on his political career, his role in the struggle for Dutch independence from Spanish rule, and his tragic downfall. This detailed narrative captures the turbulent political landscape of the time, illustrating Barneveld's ambitions and the conspiracies that surrounded him. It delves into his relationships with contemporary leaders, including Henry IV of France, as well as the intricate diplomacy involving Spain and the Protestant factions in Europe. The text discusses the causes and implications of the Thirty Years' War, showcasing Barneveld as a complex character caught between the aspirations of a republic and the machinations of powerful monarchs, ultimately leading to his execution, an event which underscores the perils of political engagement in a time of war and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aOldenbarnevelt, Johan van, 1547-1619
653 _aThirty Years' War, 1618-1648
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4887
999 _c46929
_d46929