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The clones begin to take over responsibilities such as record-keeping, teaching, and reproductive management, signaling a shift in power.
1 chapter across 1 book
Where Late the Sweet Birds Sang (1976)Kate Wilhelm
Chapter 7
In Chapter 7, David reflects on the unsettling nature of the cloned children, who are all the same age and exhibit a distinct social separation from the elders. The chapter explores the generational gap and the growing autonomy of the clones, especially the Four strain, who are beginning to take control of reproduction and education. Walt's declining health and the mysterious activities of the clones in the laboratory underscore the tension between the elders and the new generation, highlighting themes of change, control, and the uncertainty of the future.