De valschen Profeten unde Predekanten: The Low German Text of Henry Gresbeck's Account of the Anabaptist Kingdom of Münster: Critical Edition with an

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Set against the backdrop of 16th-century Münster, the story follows Henry Gresbeck, who navigates the chaos of a radical Anabaptist uprising that devolves into tyranny. As the city faces siege and starvation, Gresbeck risks everything to escape and ultimately collaborates with enemy forces to reclaim Münster. His unique eyewitness account, which sheds light on the tumultuous events and his personal involvement, remained hidden in archives for centuries, offering a rare glimpse into a pivotal moment in religious and social upheaval.