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Manfried Mertens began his literary journey with poetry before later transitioning to narrative prose. His work often bridges historical settings with science fiction, as exemplified by his debut, set in the Upper Palatinate. He also explores historical documentation, focusing on press freedom and the challenges faced by journalists, as seen in his account of a Belgian reporter in Bavaria. Through his more recent collections, including poetic texts, he revisits his lyrical origins, demonstrating a versatile engagement with literary forms.