The work deals with the history of the Dutch wars of independence against Spain. First complete edition of both decades. The first decade covers the period 1555-1578, the second decade covers the period 1578-1590; Incorrect date printed in the title The edition is richly illustrated with copperplate engravings of battles and sieges from the Dutch War of Independence against Spain, also showing portraits of princes and generals from both sides. The most famous work by the Jesuit Famiano Strada (Rome 1572–1649) on the Dutch War of Independence, first published in two parts in 1632. Mainz, J. G. Schönwetter, 1651. Leather binding over parchment with gilt spine and title label on spine. 3 leaves, 778 pages, 53 leaves, Frontispiece (Leo Belgicus) missing, 26 of (30) folded copperplate illustrations and 23 of (26) engraved portraits. 8 copperplate illustrations missing in total. Condition: Cover rubbed, title page with tear, pages somewhat browned, 1 plate completely torn, the other plates partly creased and with small tears, 8 copperplate engravings missing