The book "The Rise of the Dutch Republic. Volume 03: 1555" is the third volume of the famous historical work of John Lothrop Motley. This book explores the events of 1555 that played an important role in the establishment of the Dutch Republic. The author describes in detail the political and cultural processes of that time, revealing the causes and consequences of events. In this volume, Motley draws attention to the important political decisions that were made in 1555, as well as the role of key figures of the period. Thanks to the adherence to a large amount of archival materials, the author provides the research with high-quality facts and conclusions, which makes the book extremely valuable for historians and a wide range of readers interested in the history of Europe. "The Rise of the Dutch Republic. Volume 03: 1555" is an interesting and detailed historical investigation that helps to better understand and appreciate the complex processes of the formation of an independent state in Europe.