| Author |
Streckfuss, Adolf, 1823-1895 |
| Title |
De Dageraad der Volksvrijheid
Geschiedenis van de wording der Nederlandsche Republiek
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg.
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| Summary |
"De Dageraad der Volksvrijheid" by Adolf Streckfuss is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the formation of the Dutch Republic, discussing the political and social dynamics during the reign of Charles V and Philip II, as well as the rise of dissent in the Netherlands. It explores key events, figures, and conflicts that contributed to the people's struggle for freedom, particularly in the context of religious persecution and governance. At the start of the book, the author sets the scene by describing the Netherlands under Charles V, highlighting the peace and prosperity brought about by his rule. The love and respect the Dutch people held for Charles V is examined, alongside the dark shadows cast by his stringent religious policies and the Inquisition that accompanied his reign. As Philip II assumes control, initial celebrations turn to concern, foreshadowing the tensions that will escalate into significant uprisings. The background of key players, such as William of Orange and the consequences of their actions, is introduced, laying the groundwork for the tension-filled narrative that follows as the desire for autonomy clashes with oppressive rule. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Dutch |
| LoC Class |
DH: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg
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| Subject |
Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34644 |
| Release Date |
Dec 13, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 20, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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