evolutionary-biology

The narrative explores the role of a nanovirus in shaping the social and cognitive abilities of Portia's species, highlighting the interplay between biology and behavior.

1 chapter across 1 book

Children of Time (2015)Adrian Tchaikovsky

Chapter 10

In this chapter, Portia and her companions navigate through claimed territory to gather information about the lands beyond their own. They encounter a local spider community, engaging in a cautious negotiation for knowledge and resources, while revealing the complexities of their social structures and the underlying fears that drive their interactions.