William The Silent, Prince Of Orange V1: The Moderate Man Of The Sixteenth Century is a book written by Ruth Putnam. It is a biography of William I, also known as William the Silent, who was a prince of Orange and a key figure in the Dutch War of Independence against Spain in the 16th century. The book provides a detailed account of William's life, from his birth to his assassination, and explores his role in shaping the political and religious landscape...