By England's Aid, Or The Freeing Of The Netherlands, 1585-1604 (1891)

By England's Aid, Or The Freeing Of The Netherlands, 1585-1604 is a historical fiction novel written by George Alfred Henty in 1891. The book is set during the late 16th century and tells the story of the Dutch struggle for independence from Spain with the help of England. The main character, Ned Martin, is a young Englishman who travels to the Netherlands to fight alongside the Dutch rebels against the Spanish army. Throughout the book, Ned experiences the harsh realities of war and the challenges of fighting against a powerful enemy. He becomes part of the Dutch resistance movement and develops close relationships with the leaders of the rebellion, including William the Silent and Maurice of Nassau. The novel also explores the political and religious tensions of the time, including the conflict between Protestantism and Catholicism. It portrays the bravery and determination of the Dutch people in their fight for freedom and the crucial role played by England in their eventual victory.By England's Aid is a well-researched and engaging historical novel that provides a vivid portrayal of the events and characters of the Dutch War of Independence. It is a classic work of historical fiction that is still widely read and enjoyed today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.