The novel "Византийская симфония" (Byzantine Symphony) by Alexey Kuznetsov tells the story of a group of people who have been chosen to participate in a secret project to preserve human knowledge and culture during a catastrophic event that threatens to destroy civilization. The protagonist, a young scientist named Ivan, is tasked with leading this effort and must navigate the complex web of alliances and rivalries between different factions vying for power in a world torn apart by conflict. As Ivan delves deeper into the project, he realizes that the only way to ensure the survival of humanity is to develop a personal paradigm for perceiving the technological process of developing modern knowledge, and to use this understanding to unite people in a warring state. The plot of the novel revolves around the themes of technology evolution, the importance of understanding the process of technological development, and the need for a personal paradigm to perceive and adapt to these changes. The story takes place in a dystopian future where humanity is facing an existential crisis due to the rapid advancement of technology and the degradation of society. The protagonist, Ivan, is a brilliant scientist who has been chosen to lead a secret project aimed at preserving human knowledge and culture in the face of this crisis. He must navigate the complex political landscape of a world torn apart by conflict and find a way to unite people in order to ensure the survival of humanity.

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