"The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 04: 1555-59" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical narrative that examines the Netherlands during the reign of Philip II of Spain. It highlights the political and military happenings of this key period, detailing the power struggles and the pursuit of self-government in the region. The story features prominent figures like Philip II, Count Egmont, and the Duke of Alva, exploring their involvements amidst religious disagreements and armed conflicts. It starts with Philip II taking control of the Netherlands, portraying his personality and his way of governing. The book describes his marriage to Mary Tudor and the effects of his command, specifically how his unfamiliar heritage and preference for strict rules caused issues with the Dutch people. The initial chapters explain the political schemes and competitions within his circle, especially the tension between Ruy Gomez, a favorite of Philip, and the Duke of Alva, which paves the way for the wider clashes between the Spanish monarchy and the Dutch territories.
The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 04: 1555-59
By John Lothrop Motley
Witness the clash of kings and counts as a nation fights for freedom against a powerful empire during a time of religious division and fierce battles.
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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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