Rare Books Feared Lost in German Fire

Thousands of irreplaceable books were feared lost or damaged in a fire at one of Germany’s most precious libraries, though some 6,000 historical works – including a 1534 Martin Luther Bible – were saved by a chain of people who spirited them away from the flames, officials said Friday. —Jochen WeisigelRare Books Feared Lost in German Fire (AP|MyWay)

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