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infrastructure-collapse
Critical infrastructure such as bridges, lighthouses, atomic silos, and power lines are overwhelmed or destroyed by the floodwaters.
1 chapter across 1 book
The Wanderer (1965)Fritz Leiber
Chapter 26
Chapter Twenty-five of The Wanderer depicts the catastrophic effects of the Wanderer-humped waters flooding the world, causing massive tidal surges that disrupt cities, rivers, and infrastructure globally. The narrative follows various characters struggling to survive and adapt to the overwhelming floods, highlighting human responses ranging from stubborn duty to desperate flight. The chapter also explores moments of personal reflection and defiance amid the chaos, as exemplified by characters like Fritz Scher and Dai Davies.