People of the era of conquest. William of Orange. Fernando Alba
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Certainly! Here's the translated and adapted version of the book description: --- The Netherlands in the 16th century — a glorious era of the Dutch people's fight for independence. A vast land renowned across Europe for its linen and woolen industries, it was a tempting prize for the feudal, Catholic Spain. The gloomy despot Philip II sent forces to subdue the Dutch leader, Duke Alba, whose name is forever stained in Dutch history. Opposing him was William of Orange, known as the Silent, who led the popular uprising. Two formidable figures clashed in a brutal struggle. Yet, when you compare their lives, it becomes clear that both were victims of their own honor and the powerful forces of their time. Who knows how their relationship might have unfolded under different circumstances.
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Data sheet
- Name of the Author
- Вальтер Кирхнер
Д. Вальяно (Пер.)
Ольга Рывкина
Роберт ван Роосбрек (Авт.) - Language
- Russian
- Series
- Исторические силуэты
- ISBN
- 9785222004302
- Release date
- 1998
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Certainly! Here's the translated and adapted version of the book description: --- The Netherlands in the 16th century — a glorious era of the Dutch people'...