The Political Thought of the Dutch Revolt 1555-1590

This study explores the development of the ideas which motivated and legitimated the Dutch resistance to the government of Philip II. It shows how notions of li... » 

This study explores the development of the ideas which motivated and legitimated the Dutch resistance to the government of Philip II. It shows how notions of liberty, constitutionalism, representation and popular sovereignty were of central importance to the Revolt. «