The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where human civilization has been destroyed by a global catastrophe known as the Great Transition. The protagonist, a young man named Artyom, discovers a hidden underground laboratory where he learns about the history of the world and the technology that could save humanity. The book explores themes such as the importance of understanding the process of technological evolution, the need for a personal paradigm for perceiving the technological process of developing modern knowledge, and the survival of humanity in a warring state. The plot revolves around Artyom's journey to uncover the truth about the past and his desire to use this knowledge to bring hope and unity to the survivors of the apocalypse. The book is written in a scientific and technical style, reflecting the protagonist's background as a scientist and his desire to understand the world through empirical evidence. The text is dense and complex, with many technical terms and concepts that may be difficult for some readers to follow. However, the story is engaging and thought-provoking, making it an interesting read for fans of science fiction and post-apocalyptic literature.

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