>>allisd+(OP)
This connects some many sparse dots on the map for me. Finishing it right now, thank you for commenting w the link. What a perspective, and well-written parable to communicate it.
>>allisd+(OP)
That short story has been highly influential on my projections of the future. The ending is fantastical, but not impossible with enough time.
BTW: The author recently passed away; grab a snapshot while you can.