History of the Revolt of the Netherlands — Volume 01 by Friedrich Schiller

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Author Schiller, Friedrich, 1759-1805
Title History of the Revolt of the Netherlands — Volume 01
Credits This eBook was produced by David Widger
Summary "History of the Revolt of the Netherlands — Volume 01" by Friedrich Schiller is a historical account likely written during the late 18th century. This work delves into the complexities of the revolt against Spanish rule in the Netherlands, exploring the political, social, and economic factors that ignited this significant uprising. The narrative highlights the struggle for freedom, marked by the participation of various factions and notable leaders, particularly focusing on the period leading up to the revolution. The opening of this volume presents Schiller's preface, where he reflects on his motivations for documenting this historical event and the challenges he faced in translating original texts for clarity and engagement with readers. He outlines the structure of the work, emphasizing the importance of the earlier historical context of the Netherlands leading up to the revolt. Schiller introduces the reader to the political and social climate of the time, indicating that the revolt was born out of a combination of economic distress under tyrannical rule and the rising spirit of independence among the Belgian populace. The author's intent is to reveal the nuances of this struggle, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of the events that drove the country towards independence from Spanish dominion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DH: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg
Subject Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648
Subject Huguenots
Category Text
EBook-No. 6776
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 30, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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