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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 provides a detailed account of the life and career of John De Witt, who served as the Grand Pensionary of Holland during the 17th century. De Witt was an influential figure in Dutch politics, and his policies helped to establish the Netherlands as a major European power.The biography explores De Witt's early life, education, and political career, including his role in the Dutch Republic's war against England in the 1660s. The book also delves into De Witt's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends.In addition to the biography, the book includes De Witt's treatise on life annuities, which outlines his ideas on financial planning and investment. This section of the book provides insight into De Witt's economic philosophy and his contributions to the field of finance.Overall, ""A Sketch of the Life and Times of John De Witt, Grand Pensionary of Holland"" is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the most influential figures in Dutch history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the politics, economics, and culture of the 17th century Netherlands.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.