The main character is a young man named Jack who has been living in a small town in New Zealand for many years and has seen how the world has changed over time. He has witnessed the rise of new technologies and their impact on society, and he has also seen how people have adapted to these changes. The book begins with Jack's journey to the city, where he discovers that the world has become a very different place from what he remembers. He finds that the city is full of people who are struggling to survive in a world that is rapidly changing due to technological advancements. He sees how technology has created a new class of people who are able to live in luxury while others struggle to survive. He also sees how technology has created a new form of slavery, where people are forced to work long hours for little pay. As Jack navigates the city, he realizes that the only way to survive is to understand the process of technology evolution and its impact on society. He must learn to adapt to the changing world and find a way to thrive in it.

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