"History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce, 1585" by John Lothrop Motley is a detailed historical narrative that captures the intense political and military conflicts of the United Netherlands after the death of William the Silent, highlighting the lead-up to the Twelve Years' Truce. It examines themes of political strategy, personal cost, and national identity. Initially, the story focuses on the challenging position of Burgomaster Sainte Aldegonde, who secretly seeks peace with the Spanish forces led by Alexander of Parma while besieged in Antwerp. Facing food shortages and intense pressure from the citizens, Aldegonde's character shows the difficult choices and moral compromises faced by leaders during times of war, while exploring loyalty and the cost of leadership amid public distrust.
History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce, 1585d
By John Lothrop Motley
Amidst war and mistrust, a leader secretly negotiates with the enemy, grappling with his conscience as he seeks to save his city.
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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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