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interconnectivity

The spiders' understanding of their world emphasizes intricate connections and communication, contrasting with the human tendency towards isolation.

1 chapter across 1 book

Children of Time (2015)Adrian Tchaikovsky

Chapter 58

In this chapter, the spiders of Seven Trees City prepare for the arrival of humans, marking a pivotal moment in their shared history. Doctor Avrana Kern observes the landing of the shuttle and the introduction of a modified nanovirus designed to foster empathy between species, while the spiders reflect on their past and the potential future of coexistence with humanity.