"“Civilization exists,” Crane said, “by geological consent, subject to change without notice.”"
— Arthur C. Clarke

January 1, 1970

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Chapter 3, “The Great Rift, The Pacific Ocean” (p. 55)

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Chapter 3, “The Great Rift, The Pacific Ocean” (p. 55)