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 Part One - Paperback

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 V1 is a historical book written by John Lothrop Motley. The book is a detailed account of the life of John of Barneveld, who was a prominent politician and statesman in Holland during the 16th and 17th centuries. The book also provides an in-depth analysis of the primary causes and movements of the Thirty Years' War, which was a major conflict that took place in Europe during the same time period. The first volume of the book covers the early life and political career of John of Barneveld, as well as the events leading up to the outbreak of the Thirty Years' War. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in European history, politics, and the impact of war on society.1874. Part One 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 I. include: John of Barneveld the Founder of the Commonwealth of the United Provinces; Passion of Henry IV for Margaret de Montmorency; Strange Scene at the Archduke's Palace; Difficult Position of Barneveld; Interviews between the Dutch Commissioners and King James; Establishment of the Condominium in the Duchies; Proud Position of the Republic; Schism in the Church a Public Fact; Aerssens remains Two Years longer in France; and Weakness of the Rulers of France and England. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417923970.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.