I did a search and found last year's post about the master book list, which recommended The Dutch Republic: Its Rise, Greatness, and Fall 1477-1806 by Jonathan Israel. This definitely sounds like a good fit and I'm going to check it out, but I just wanted to see if anyone else could comment on its quality or suggest any other good books?

I'm interested in reading about the republic's history from its independence struggle all the way to its eventual fall in the French Revolutionary wars, as well as other aspects of its history including the Dutch colonial empire, the Dutch East India Company, the unique nature of the Dutch Republic's political system, and the military history and characteristics of the DR. Any recommendations would be really appreciated!