| Author |
Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877 |
| Title |
The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Complete (1566-74)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Complete (1566-74)" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the events surrounding the tumultuous period of the Dutch Revolt against Spanish rule in the late 16th century, focusing particularly on the conflicting politics, religious tensions, and the pivotal figures involved, such as William of Orange. The book delves into the inner workings of the government and the struggle for independence within the Netherlands. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to the atmosphere of discontent brewing in the Netherlands. The opening discusses the secretive and duplicitous strategies employed by King Philip II of Spain and his representatives, aiming to maintain control over the rebellious provinces. Important characters, like the Duchess of Parma and Count Egmont, are depicted as they navigate the treacherous political landscape, battling against reformers like William of Orange, who seeks religious tolerance and independence. Philip's procrastination and deceptive correspondence are key themes, setting the stage for the mounting tensions that will characterize the revolutionary period in Dutch history. (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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| Subject |
Netherlands -- Church history
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4823 |
| Release Date |
Nov 7, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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