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virtual-social-interaction

Characters communicate across global distances using avatars and virtual spaces, blending languages and cultural references.

1 chapter across 1 book

Rainbows End (2007)Vernor Vinge

Chapter 14

In this chapter, Miri Gu navigates complex social dynamics surrounding her grandfather Robert, who struggles with cognitive decline after being medically revived. She connects with a diverse group of peers, including Jin and a mysterious little girl avatar, to explore possible interventions like just-in-time training (JITT) and social reintegration strategies. The chapter culminates with Miri seeking academic support for Robert by linking him to graduate students and a literature student, Zulfikar Sharif, who is in need of a thesis topic, setting the stage for collaboration.