"The PG Edition of Netherlands Series — Complete" by John Lothrop Motley is a detailed historical narrative from the 1800s that examines the Dutch Republic's origins from 1555 to 1623. The book explores the political, military, and societal forces that shaped the Republic's formation. Readers gain insights into key individuals like William the Silent, and the overarching theme of the Republic's fight against oppression and its pursuit of independence. The narrative begins by painting a picture of the Netherlands - it gives the reader an understanding of the cultural challenges of that time. Motley recounts significant events and societal shifts, noting the influences of outside nations and internal clashes among different groups. Highlighting the Batavians' fierce resistance to Roman control, the book illustrates the spirit of independence and political structure that would eventually define the Dutch Republic.
PG Edition of Netherlands series — Complete
By John Lothrop Motley
Witness the dramatic birth of a nation as it battles tyranny and forges its own path to freedom.
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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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