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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

“For a century longer, Rome still retains its outward form, but the swarming nations are now in full career.”

Stills Form Nations Careers Century Rome

Book:The rise of the Dutch Republic: a history in three volumes

Source: The rise of the Dutch Republic: a history in three volumes

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

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

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