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“Humans turn the places they live into great crowded piles of mud and stone, like the nests termites build--but what happens when in all the world there are termite hills left but no bush?”

Quote by Tad Williams

Book:Otherland: City of Golden Shadow

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Otherland: City of Golden Shadow

In this novel, a virtual world known as Otherland serves as a backdrop for a complex narrative that explores the interactions between humans and artificial intelligence. The story delves into themes of identity, power, and the blurred lines between reality and virtual reality. more

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Tad Williams, born on March 14, 1957, is a renowned American fantasy author known for his rich imagination, complex plots, and profound character development. more

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