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Set against the tumultuous backdrop of 13th-century Europe, Meinbald follows the life of a young German boy whose family's fate intertwines with the rise of Bohemia, the Crusades, and the dawn of Christianization in the North. Orphaned after a tragic fire, Meinbald is taken under the protection of the royal Abbess Agnes of Bohemia and trained within the newly founded Order of the Red Star and Cross. Through war, faith, and discovery, he becomes a witness to Europe's transformation, from pagan wilderness to medieval Christendom. Rich in historical depth and spiritual reflection, Meinbald explores the human struggle between belief and duty, compassion and conquest.

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9781970601039

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Editorial Praise for Meinbald ""Saarela capably combines fictional detail with 13th century historic record, giving readers an insider's perspective on how Meinbald's leadership influenced future generations-and even the character of his nation. Crusades, power struggles between the church and the crown, debilitating poverty, and a brotherhood forged by war give this offering lively historical authenticity."" - BookLife Editorial Review

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