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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, 1613-15
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 19th century. The book primarily focuses on the life of John of Barneveld, a prominent Dutch statesman, and examines the political complexities and religious conflicts that surrounded the Thirty Years' War, highlighting Barneveld's significant role in the struggle for Dutch independence from Spain. In the narrative, John of Barneveld emerges as a pivotal figure, navigating the treacherous political landscape of early 17th-century Europe. Through intricate diplomatic engagements, he attempts to secure the autonomy of the Netherlands while contending with internal rivalries and external threats, particularly from Spain and the Catholic League. The book details notable events, including the shifts in alliances and the tensions between Protestant and Catholic factions, revealing Barneveld's endeavors to forge enduring peace while advocating for Protestant interests. His ultimate downfall serves as a somber reminder of the volatile nature of power and politics, underscoring how envy and political intrigue can have dire consequences for even the most astute leaders. (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/4891
999 _c46933
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