The book "The Rise of the Dutch Republic. Volume 8: 1563-64" was written by the American historian John Lothrop Motley. In this part of the saga, the author describes in detail the events that took place in the Netherlands in 1563-64. It tells about the political origins, internal conflicts, external threats and the struggle for independence, which determined the fate of the country and its people. The work contains an in-depth analysis of events and figures that influenced the formation of the Dutch Republic. Engaging prose and meticulously researched historical material make this book a must-read for fans of Dutch history and culture.