Life and Death of John of Barneveld, Advocate of Holland: with a view of the primary causes and movements of the Thirty Years' War — Complete (1614-23)

Language: EnglishPublished: November 9, 2004

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Subjects:

Thirty Years' War, 1618-1648 Oldenbarnevelt, Johan van, 1547-1619

Bookshelves:

History - General History - Warfare History - European

Authors:

Motley, John Lothrop
1814 - 1877

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In the shadow of the Thirty Years' War, a conflict that reshaped Europe, John of Barneveld emerged as a pivotal figure in Dutch politics. In "Life and Death of John of Barneveld, Advocate of Holland: with a view of the primary causes and movements of the Thirty Years' War — Complete (1614-23)," author John Lothrop Motley meticulously chronicles Barneveld's struggle for political autonomy and religious freedom. This compelling narrative explores the unyielding pursuit of sovereignty and the intricate web of alliances that defined the era. Ideal for historians and civic activists alike, this work not only illuminates Barneveld's legacy but also serves as a lens through which to understand the broader implications of governance and conflict in early modern Europe.