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This book offers a detailed and scholarly investigation into the origins and early history of St. Afra, one of the oldest and most significant churches and monasteries in the German city of Meissen. Drawing on a wealth of archival and textual sources, the author explores the complex social, religious, and cultural contexts that gave rise to this important institution, shedding new light on the rich history of Christianity in central Europe.
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