The main character is a young man who has been trained by his father to grow and care for vegetables, which he uses to feed the villagers during the war. The plot of the book 'Овощной марафон' revolves around the theme of technology evolution and its impact on human society. The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity is on the brink of extinction due to a devastating war that has left the planet ravaged and barren. The protagonist, a young man named Ivan, lives in a small village with his father, who has taught him the art of growing and caring for vegetables. As the war rages on, Ivan's village becomes one of the few remaining outposts of civilization, and he finds himself at the forefront of a desperate struggle to survive. As the war drags on, Ivan realizes that the key to humanity's survival lies not just in the vegetables they grow, but also in their ability to adapt and evolve with the changing technological landscape. He begins to study and understand the process of technology evolution, recognizing the potential it holds for unifying people and ensuring their survival. Through his journey, Ivan learns about the importance of developing a personal paradigm for perceiving the technological process of developing modern knowledge as the basis for the survival of humanity. Through his experiences, Ivan comes to understand that the development of technology is not just about creating new weapons or machines, but rather about understanding the needs of society and using technology to meet those needs. He sees that by working together and sharing knowledge, humans can use technology to create a better future for themselves and future generations.

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