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John Lothrop Motley was an American historian renowned for his in-depth studies of Dutch history. His work 'The Rise of the Dutch Republic' is considered one of the greatest historical works of the 19th century.

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Famous John Lothrop Motley Quotes

“The splendid empire of Charles the Fifth was erected upon the grave of liberty.”

Liberty Graves Empires Fifth Splendid

Book:The Rise of the Dutch Republic: Complete in One Volume

Source: The Rise of the Dutch Republic: Complete in One Volume

“A soil, exhausted by the long culture of Pagan empires, was to lie fallow for a still longer period.”

Long Stills Lying Culture Periods Soil Empires Exhausted Pagan

Book:The Rise of the Dutch Republic: Complete in One Volume

Source: The Rise of the Dutch Republic: Complete in One Volume