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cultural-ecology
The chapter explores the ecological balance disrupted by the Jesuit's gardening efforts, which inadvertently led to uncontrolled breeding among the Runa.
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The Sparrow (1996)Mary Doria Russell
31. Naples: August 2060
In this chapter, Emilio recounts the tragic events following the deaths of Anne and D.W., revealing the unintended consequences of the Jesuit mission's interference with the Runa's natural breeding patterns. The discussion highlights the ethical implications of their actions, culminating in a violent confrontation with the Jana'ata that results in a bloodbath and forces the characters to confront the moral complexities of their existence on Rakhat.