The plot of the book "Двигатель №1 января-февраль 2019" revolves around the creation of the first engine of the new year by a group of scientists who were hiding from the government. The story takes place in a dystopian future where technology has advanced to the point where humans are no longer needed, and the government has become a totalitarian regime that controls every aspect of people's lives. The scientists, led by the protagonist, Alex, have discovered a way to harness the power of the human mind to create a revolutionary new engine that could change the course of history. However, they are being pursued by the government, who wants to use their discovery for their own purposes. As the story unfolds, we learn that the government has been experimenting on humans, using them as test subjects for their latest technological advancements. The scientists, who have been working in secret, have developed a device that can tap into the human mind and extract the knowledge and skills that are needed to create the perfect engine.

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