The main character, a young man named Artyom, discovers that he has the ability to grab objects and events from other dimensions and bring them into his own reality. He uses this power to gather resources and tools to help his group survive in a post-apocalyptic world. The book is divided into three parts, each part representing a different stage of the technological evolution of society. In the first part, the characters struggle to survive in a world without technology, relying on their own skills and resources to stay alive. In the second part, they discover a way to harness the power of technology to improve their lives, but also face the challenges of adapting to new technologies and the ethical dilemmas they present. In the third part, they must confront the consequences of their actions and decide whether to continue down the path of technological advancement or to return to a more primitive way of life.

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