History of Holland [Paperback]

This 1922 book presents an account of the development of the Netherlands, from the Burgundian period up until the reign of Queen Wilhelmina.Originally published in 1922, as part of the Cambridge Historical Series, this book presents an account of the development of the Netherlands, from the Burgundian period up until the reign of Queen Wilhelmina. Comprehensive information is given on the key changes and major events in Dutch history. A detailed bibliography is also included.Originally published in 1922, as part of the Cambridge Historical Series, this book presents an account of the development of the Netherlands, from the Burgundian period up until the reign of Queen Wilhelmina. Comprehensive information is given on the key changes and major events in Dutch history. A detailed bibliography is also included.Originally published in 1922, as part of the Cambridge Historical Series, this book presents an account of the development of the Netherlands, from the Burgundian period up until the reign of Queen Wilhelmina. Comprehensive information is given on the key changes and major events in Dutch history. A detailed bibliography is also included. This is a highly readable book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in historiography and perspectives on the history of the Netherlands.General preface; Prologue; 1. The Burgundian Netherlands; 2. Habsburg rule in the Netherlands; 3. The prelude to the revolt; 4. The revolt of the Netherlands; 5. William the Silent; 6. The beginnings of the Dutch republic; 7. The system of government; 8. The twelve years' truce; 9. Maurice and Oldenbarneveldt; 10. From the end of the twelve years' truce to the peace of Munster, 162148. The Stadtholderate of Frederick Henry of Orange; 11. The East and West India companies. Commercial and economic expansion; 12. Letters, science and art; 13. The Stadtholderate of William II. The great assembly; 14. The rise of John de Witt. The first English war; 15. The administration of John de Wils,