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The Journal of Anther Strein

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Anther Strein is a travelling naturalist in the science fantasy world of Pendant. In her studies of the astounding animals and plants of her surroundings, a question has often nagged her - how did such diversity come to exist, and how does it adapt to the ever-shifting conditions of the natural world? A dangerous idea is forming at the back of her mind: one in which gradual change, rather than instantaneous creation, is the main driving force of the natural world.

Join Anther on her journey across the continent of Proesus, as she records her observations of bizarre animals and plants - and unravels the mysterious relationships between life, magic and natural selection in an enchanted world.

Featuring illustrations by Nayoung Lee: 
https://www.instagram.com/nayounglee1225_/

For early access to chapters, and for the original formatting (including clickable footnotes), visit https://www.webofworlds.net/blog/the-journal-of-anther-streinAll Rights Reserved

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