| Author |
Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877 |
| Title |
History of the United Netherlands, 1590-99 — Complete
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 49.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"History of the United Netherlands, 1590-99 — Complete" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book examines the complex and tumultuous period of the Netherlands’ struggle for independence from Spanish rule during the late 16th century, focusing on the key events and figures that shaped this critical time in European history. It delves into significant battles, political maneuvers, and the impact of prominent leaders, particularly highlighting the rise of figures like Maurice of Nassau and John of Olden-Barneveld. The opening of the work sets the stage by reflecting on the political landscape of Europe after the assassination of Henry III of France, which created a power vacuum that the Netherlands sought to exploit in their pursuit of freedom. The narrative introduces pivotal characters, including the statesman Barneveld and the military commander Maurice, who together strategize to harness the shifting circumstances to their advantage, particularly through military innovations and daring tactics such as the surprise attack on the fortress of Breda. The excerpt illustrates the intense struggles between authority and rebellion, depicting the fierce determination of the Dutch to secure their independence amidst the chaos of overlapping conflicts in France and the broader conflict against Spanish hegemony. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DH: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg
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| Subject |
Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4872 |
| Release Date |
Nov 8, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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