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Title: History of the United Netherlands, 1595-96
Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary: "History of the United Netherlands, 1595-96" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written during the mid-19th century. This work focuses on the tumultuous period of the late 16th century, detailing key events in the struggle of the Netherlands for independence from Spanish rule. The narrative captures a pivotal era, marked by prominent figures such as Philip William, the Prince of Orange, and the political maneuvers surrounding the Spanish crown's attempts to reassert dominance. The opening of the text introduces the appointment of Archduke Cardinal Albert as governor of the Netherlands and the return of Philip William from captivity. The narrative sets the stage for the drama of political intrigue, military confrontations, and alliances during a time of conflict between Spain, France, and England. The author paints a picture of Philip William's complex emotional state—freed from his long imprisonment but caught between his loyalty to Spain and the aspirations of the Dutch Republic. In this context, the book reveals early tensions as both Dutch and English forces confront Spanish ships, emphasizing the stakes of freedom against royal despotism and the proto-national sentiment brewing among the provinces. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877
EBook No.: 4868
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 61
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, 1595-96
Credits: This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary: "History of the United Netherlands, 1595-96" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written during the mid-19th century. This work focuses on the tumultuous period of the late 16th century, detailing key events in the struggle of the Netherlands for independence from Spanish rule. The narrative captures a pivotal era, marked by prominent figures such as Philip William, the Prince of Orange, and the political maneuvers surrounding the Spanish crown's attempts to reassert dominance. The opening of the text introduces the appointment of Archduke Cardinal Albert as governor of the Netherlands and the return of Philip William from captivity. The narrative sets the stage for the drama of political intrigue, military confrontations, and alliances during a time of conflict between Spain, France, and England. The author paints a picture of Philip William's complex emotional state—freed from his long imprisonment but caught between his loyalty to Spain and the aspirations of the Dutch Republic. In this context, the book reveals early tensions as both Dutch and English forces confront Spanish ships, emphasizing the stakes of freedom against royal despotism and the proto-national sentiment brewing among the provinces. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877
EBook No.: 4868
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 61
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.