The book tells the story of a young man who has been living in a world where lightning has become a new form of energy and electricity has become the main source of power. The plot of the book В тени молнии (In the Shadow of Lightning) by Andrey Kurkov is set in a world where lightning has become a new form of energy and electricity has become the main source of power. The story follows the journey of a young man named Artyom, who lives in a small village at the foot of a mountain range, where lightning storms are a common occurrence. Artyom's life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers that he has the ability to harness the power of lightning and use it to his advantage. He soon becomes obsessed with mastering this power and using it to improve the lives of those around him. However, as he delves deeper into the mysteries of lightning, he realizes that there is more to it than just raw energy. He begins to see the world in a different light, and his perception of reality is forever changed. As Artyom learns more about the technology behind lightning, he comes to understand the importance of studying and understanding the process of technological evolution.

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