Publisher's Synopsis
""By Pike and Dyke: A Tale of the Rise of the Dutch Republic"" is a historical fiction novel by G.A. Henty. Set in the 16th century, the book follows the story of a young Englishman named Ned Martin who travels to the Netherlands to fight in the war against Spain. Ned becomes involved in the struggle for Dutch independence and fights alongside the famous Dutch military leaders William the Silent and Admiral de Coligny. The novel provides a detailed account of the political and military events that led to the formation of the Dutch Republic and the defeat of Spanish rule. Through Ned's adventures, readers gain insight into the religious conflicts, political intrigues, and military strategies of the time. The book is a thrilling adventure story that also serves as a valuable historical resource for those interested in the history of the Netherlands and the struggle for independence.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.
