The abbey of Saint Sixtus of Westvleteren in western Belgium is home to some 30 Cistercian and Trappist1 monks who lead a life of seclusion, prayer, manual labor—and beer-brewing.

比利时西部威斯特佛兰德伦的圣西克斯塔修道院居住着大约30位西多会和特拉普派修士，他们的生活包括隐居、祈祷、体力劳动——以及酿造啤酒。

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"The unique memories that Creating Voices will record will bring the layers of history in the Abbey building to life for its visitors and the community to enjoy, " said project manager Dr Oliver Taylor.

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At the same time, the Dean of Westminster, Arthur Stanley, was searching for a famous writer to boost the standing of Westminster Abbey in British life, and Dickens was seen as the ideal candidate to be laid to rest in Poets' Corner.

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It details life at the abbey, now a ruin, including tenant dealings, clergy appointments but also an abduction.

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