"The Life and Death of John of Barneveld, Advocate of Holland" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical narrative that tells the story of a powerful leader in the Dutch Republic as he navigates a world of international drama. It showcases John of Barneveld’s life during a very important time for both the Dutch Republic and surrounding nations. Readers learn about the obstacles that Barneveld has to overcome, like handling rebellions and complicated relationships with other countries. As the looming threat of the Thirty Years' War grew closer, Barneveld worked hard to maintain the Dutch Republic's stability. His story reveals the behind-the-scenes deals and political games he plays while trying to do what’s best for his country.
Life and Death of John of Barneveld, Advocate of Holland : with a view of the primary causes and movements of the Thirty Years' War, 1610b
By John Lothrop Motley
Amid rising political tensions and the threat of war, one man must navigate treacherous alliances and internal strife to protect the Dutch Republic from crumbling.
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About the AuthorJohn Lothrop Motley was an American author and diplomat. As a popular historian, he is best known for his works on the Netherlands, the three volume work The Rise of the Dutch Republic and four volume History of the United Netherlands. As United States Minister to Austria in the service of the Abraham Lincoln administration, Motley helped to prevent European intervention on the side of the Confederates in the American Civil War. He later served as Minister to the United Kingdom during the Ulysses S. Grant administration.
John Lothrop Motley was an American author and diplomat. As a popular historian, he is best known for his works on the Netherlands, the three volume work The Rise of the Dutch Republic and four volume History of the United Netherlands. As United States Minister to Austria in the service of the Abraham Lincoln administration, Motley helped to prevent European intervention on the side of the Confederates in the American Civil War. He later served as Minister to the United Kingdom during the Ulysses S. Grant administration.
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