History of the United Netherlands, 1588a

John Lothrop Motley's 'History of the United Netherlands, 1588a' is a masterful scholarly work that meticulously dissects the formative period of Dutch independence during the Eighty Years' War. The book is marked by its detail-oriented historical analysis and Motley's unambiguous literary style, weaving together a narrative that not only chronicles events but also explores the intricate political...