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old-empire-legacy
Holsten's work revolves around understanding the remnants of the Old Empire, which he views as both a treasure trove of knowledge and a source of cultural despair.
1 chapter across 1 book
Children of Time (2015)Adrian Tchaikovsky
Chapter 26
In this chapter, Holsten Mason reflects on his lifelong fascination with space exploration and the legacy of the Old Empire as he catalogs ancient knowledge aboard the Gilgamesh. Despite the wealth of information at his fingertips, he grapples with the realization that his own culture is a mere shadow of the past, leading to feelings of depression and disillusionment. The chapter culminates with Holsten being summoned by Commander Guyen to discuss the ongoing terraforming project on the planet below, hinting at future developments.