"Quotations from John L. Motley Works" by John Lothrop Motley is a collection of powerful excerpts from Motley’s historical writings, zeroing in on the dramatic story of the Netherlands, and was assembled towards the close of the 1800s. The book vividly captures the wars, religious conflicts, oppressive rule, and societal troubles that marked the Dutch fight for freedom. The included quotations showcase Motley's deep understanding of history, blending detailed events with his own firm views and thoughts. An introduction emphasizes that the text is now available in modern digital formats. It emphasizes Motley's central topic of the Dutch Republic’s development, pointing out problems such as religious oppression, political conflict, and important individuals like Charles V and William of Nassau, Prince of Orange. This beginning sets the stage by exploring the historical background and philosophical ideas that shaped the era, paving the way for the detailed excerpts that follow.
Quotations from John L. Motley Works
By John Lothrop Motley
Step back in time to witness a nation's fierce struggle for independence, filled with battles, beliefs, and brave leaders.
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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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