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Title: History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce, 1585d

Note: Reading ease score: 49.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger

Summary: "History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce" by John Lothrop Motley is a comprehensive historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the complex political and military struggles faced by the United Netherlands during a pivotal time following the death of William the Silent, focusing on significant events leading up to the Twelve Years' Truce in 1609. It delves into themes of leadership, sacrifice, and the impact of political maneuvering on society. The opening portion of the book introduces the critical position of the burgomaster Sainte Aldegonde amid the looming threat of Spanish forces under Alexander of Parma. As Antwerp faces severe shortages and pressure from citizens calling for violence, Aldegonde engages in secret negotiations with the enemy to court peace, despite growing suspicions and backlash from the populace. The narrative illustrates his internal struggle between preserving the city and dealing with the calumny swirling around him, highlighting the precarious nature of political leadership in times of crisis. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877

EBook No.: 4841

Published: Jan 1, 2004

Downloads: 119

Language: English

Subject: Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce, 1585d

Note: Reading ease score: 49.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger

Summary: "History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce" by John Lothrop Motley is a comprehensive historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the complex political and military struggles faced by the United Netherlands during a pivotal time following the death of William the Silent, focusing on significant events leading up to the Twelve Years' Truce in 1609. It delves into themes of leadership, sacrifice, and the impact of political maneuvering on society. The opening portion of the book introduces the critical position of the burgomaster Sainte Aldegonde amid the looming threat of Spanish forces under Alexander of Parma. As Antwerp faces severe shortages and pressure from citizens calling for violence, Aldegonde engages in secret negotiations with the enemy to court peace, despite growing suspicions and backlash from the populace. The narrative illustrates his internal struggle between preserving the city and dealing with the calumny swirling around him, highlighting the precarious nature of political leadership in times of crisis. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877

EBook No.: 4841

Published: Jan 1, 2004

Downloads: 119

Language: English

Subject: Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.