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""A Sketch Of The Life And Times Of John De Witt, Grand Pensionary Of Holland: To Which Is Added, His Treatise On Life Annuities"" is a historical biography written by Robert Gibbes Barnwell in 1856. The book is a detailed account of the life of John De Witt, who was a prominent political figure in the Netherlands during the 17th century. The biography covers De Witt's early life and education, his rise to power as Grand Pensionary of Holland, and his eventual downfall and assassination. The book also provides insight into the political and social climate of the Netherlands during De Witt's time, including the country's involvement in the Anglo-Dutch Wars and the tensions between the House of Orange and the republican government.In addition to the biography, the book also includes De Witt's Treatise on Life Annuities, which is a mathematical work on the calculation of annuities. This treatise is considered a significant contribution to the field of actuarial science.Overall, ""A Sketch Of The Life And Times Of John De Witt, Grand Pensionary Of Holland"" provides a comprehensive look into the life and legacy of one of the most important figures in Dutch history, as well as a valuable resource for those interested in the history of actuarial science.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.