The Life and Death of John of Barneveld: Advocate of Holland with a View of the Primary Causes and Movements of the Thirty Years' War V2 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162643847)

The Life and Death of John of Barneveld: Advocate of Holland with a View of the Primary Causes and Movements of the Thirty Years' War V2 is a historical book written by John Lothrop Motley. The book is a detailed account of the life and death of John of Barneveld, who was a prominent figure in the political and religious conflicts that took place in the Netherlands during the 16th and 17th centuries. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the primary causes and movements of the Thirty Years' War, which was a series of conflicts that took place in Europe between 1618 and 1648. The author examines the political and religious tensions that led to the outbreak of the war, as well as the major events and battles that took place during the conflict. The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume focusing on the latter part of John of Barneveld's life and his eventual downfall. The author provides a detailed account of the political and religious conflicts that led to his downfall, as well as the events that ultimately led to his execution. Overall, The Life and Death of John of Barneveld: Advocate of Holland with a View of the Primary Causes and Movements of the Thirty Years' War V2 is a comprehensive and detailed account of a significant period in European history. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the political and religious conflicts that took place in the Netherlands during the 16th and 17th centuries, as well as the causes and consequences of the Thirty Years' War.1874. Part Two of Two. With Illustrations. American historian and diplomat, The Life and Death of John of Barneveld is Motley's last work. A biography that reads more like a history, the Contents of Volume II. include: The Advocate sounds the Alarm in Germany; James still presses for the Payment of the Dutch Republic's Debt to him; Ferdinand of Gratz crowned King of Bohemia; Barneveld connected with the East India Company, but opposed to the West India Company; The Commonwealth bent on Self-destruction; Maurice revolutionizes the Provinces; A Deputation from Utrecht to Maurice; Fruitless Interview between Barneveld and Maurice; Rancour between the Politico-Religious Parties; Barneveld's Imprisonment; Barneveld's Execution; Grotius urged to ask Forgiveness; and Barneveld's Sons plot against Maurice. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417923962.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Lothrop Motley
ISBN-10: 1162643846
ISBN-13: 9781162643847
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 488
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.42lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.98d