Life and Death of John of Barneveld, Advocate of Holland : with a view of the primary causes and movements of the Thirty Years' War, 1610a

"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" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life of John of Barneveld, a pivotal figure in the history of the Dutch Republic, focusing on his political career, his role in the struggle for Dutch independence from Spanish rule, and his tragic downfall. This detailed narrative captures the turbulent political landscape of the time, illustrating Barneveld's ambitions and the conspiracies that surrounded him. It delves into his relationships with contemporary leaders, including Henry IV of France, as well as the intricate diplomacy involving Spain and the Protestant factions in Europe. The text discusses the causes and implications of the Thirty Years' War, showcasing Barneveld as a complex character caught between the aspirations of a republic and the machinations of powerful monarchs, ultimately leading to his execution, an event which underscores the perils of political engagement in a time of war and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

John Lothrop Motley was an American author and diplomat. As a popular historian, he is best known for his works on the Netherlands, the three volume work The Rise of the Dutch Republic and four volume History of the United Netherlands. As United States Minister to Austria in the service of the Abraham Lincoln administration, Motley helped to prevent European intervention on the side of the Confederates in the American Civil War. He later served as Minister to the United Kingdom during the Ulysses S. Grant administration.