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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, 1610b
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" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book delves into the life and political struggles of John of Barneveld, a key figure in the Dutch Republic and a principal architect of its governance, particularly during a time of critical political tensions leading up to the Thirty Years' War. It explores the complex diplomatic negotiations, alliances, and conflicts that defined the era. The opening of the book presents a detailed examination of Barneveld's challenging position amid insurrections, international negotiations, and the looming threat of war. It describes the aftermath of the Treaty of Truce and the immediate crises faced by the advocate, including a revolutionary incident in Utrecht and Barneveld's intricate dealings with powerful neighboring states, especially France. The narrative emphasizes Barneveld's tireless efforts to stabilize the republic while grappling with the immense responsibilities on his shoulders, as well as the personal and political intrigues that accompany his role in shaping Dutch foreign policy. (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/4888
999 _c46930
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