The document provides an overview and analysis of Daniel H. Wilson's 2017 science fiction novel "The Clockwork Dynasty." It summarizes the book's central themes of identity, humanity, and the impact of technology. The novel tells interweaving stories from two perspectives: June, who discovers a hidden society of mechanical beings called Avtomats in the present day, and Peter, an Avtomat who recounts his experiences over centuries of history. June becomes embroiled in an ancient conflict between two factions of Avtomats with opposing views of humanity's relationship to machines.

1. Clockwork
Dynasty
EL116: Contemporary and
Popular Emergent Lit

2. MHELLY
RAMOS
REPORTER
BSED 2A

3. INTRODUCTION
01 BACKGROUND
02
PRESENTATION
03ANALYSIS & conclusion
04

4. INTRODUCTION
01
• Motivation
• brief overview of the book's title, author, and genre
• Introduce the central themes or main ideas
• about the author or context of the book

5. clockwork
a mechanism with a spring and toothed
gearwheels, used to drive a mechanical clock,
toy, or other device.

7. MOTIVATION
YES NO

8. FIRST 4
PEOPLE OUT

9. BACKGROUND
02

10. Let’s
proceed

14. CLOCKWORK DYNASTY
2017
Penguin
Random
House
PUBLISHED GENRE
Sci-Fi
Fantasy
Thriller
AUTHOR
DANIEL H.
WILSON

15. Daniel h. wilson
 an American author.
 specializes in science fiction and
speculative fiction.
 Wilson has a background in
robotics and holds a Ph.D. in
Robotics from Carnegie Mellon
University.
 He is known for his ability to blend
science and technology with
thrilling storytelling.
 Wilson has written several
bestselling novels, including
"Robopocalypse" and "The
Clockwork Dynasty."

16. THEMES & CENTRAL IDEAS!
IDENTITY AND
HUMANITY
Exploring the essence of being human and
the blurred lines between humans and
machines.
PURPOSE AND
EXISTENCE
Questioning the purpose of life and the search
for meaning, particularly for the mechanical
beings.
TECHNOLOGY AND
ETHICS
Examining the ethical implications of

17. THEMES & CENTRAL IDEAS!
POWER AND CONTROL
Investigating the struggle for power and control over the
mechanical beings and their abilities.
RELATIONSHIPS &
CONNECTIONS
Exploring the complexities of human and machine
relationships, including love, loyalty, and betrayal.
EVOLUTION AND
PROGRESS
Considering the consequences of technological
advancements and their potential effects on the future
of humanity.

18. THEMES & CENTRAL IDEAS!
IDENTITY AND SELF-
DISCOVERY
Following characters' journeys of self-
discovery and self-acceptance,
questioning their identities and place in
the world.

19. Got a movie
deal with
warner
Steven Spielberg
as director
No producers due
to no cult
following

20. Book is
divided to
three parts
55 chapters
330 pages

21. NEPRAVDA
a Russian word that translates to "injustice" or
"unfairness" in English. It is often used to describe
situations, actions, or decisions that are considered
morally wrong, unjust, or not in accordance with
truth or fairness. It signifies a sense of
dissatisfaction or protest against perceived
wrongdoing or inequality.

22. ISKAT
Russian word that translates to "to search" or "to
seek" in English. It is commonly used to describe
the act of actively looking for something or
someone. It conveys the idea of a purposeful and
intentional search, often involving effort,
exploration, and a desire to find or discover
something specific.

23. PRAVDA
Russian word that translates to "truth" in
English. It represents the concept of
objective reality, sincerity, and honesty. In
Russian culture and language, "pravda" is
often associated with the pursuit of truth,
justice, and moral integrity.

24. PRESENTATION
03
PLOT SUMMARY AND CHARACTER
ANALYSIS

25. Two Perspectives of the story
June
Peter

26. Two Perspectives of the story
June
Plot driven
present
Peter
Character
development
past

27. JuNE
 The first storyline takes place in the present day June
stumbles upon a hidden society of Avtomats while
investigating a mysterious artifact. June becomes
entangled in a centuries-old war between two factions of
Avtomats, the Petrovs and the Romanovs, who have
opposing views on the relationship between humans and
machines. As June delves deeper into their world, she
uncovers their rich history and struggles to protect her own
life from those who seek to control the Avtomats' power.

28. PETER
 The second storyline is set in the past, primarily during the
Russian Revolution in the early 20th century. It follows
Peter, an Avtomat with a consciousness and a soul, who
has fought alongside humans in various wars throughout
history. Peter's story reveals the origins of the Avtomats,
their creation by an ancient civilization, and their desire to
find their purpose and establish their own identity.

29. EXPOSITION
 Introduction of the protagonist, June
Stefanov, an anthropologist and
 Specializes in ancient technology
 Setting the stage in the present day
and introducing the existence of the
Avtomats.
 Uncovering a mysterious artifact or
event that sparks June's curiosity and
leads her into the hidden world of the
Avtomats.

30. avtomats
are advanced mechanical beings
resembling humans. They
possess consciousness,
emotions, and human-like
capabilities. Powered by
clockwork mechanisms, they
exist alongside humans in a
hidden society, with their own
factions and conflicts.

31. RISING ACTION
 June's journey into the history
and origins of the Avtomats,
exploring their society and their
purpose.
 Learning about the conflicts and
power struggles among the
Avtomat factions.

32. Avtomats origin
Created by skilled artisans or
inventors using advanced technology,
they are ancient mechanical beings
with human-like features. Their
creation involves a mysterious and
often mythical process, connecting
them to legends and a deeper history.

33. RISING ACTION
 June encountering and forming
relationships with key Avtomat
characters, including Peter and
Elena Petrova.
 Unraveling the secrets and
mysteries surrounding the
Avtomats' existence and their
hidden society.

34. Climax
 The culmination of the conflicts and
tensions between the Avtomat factions
and their human allies or adversaries.
 June becomes entangled in a centuries-
old war between two factions of
Avtomats, the Petrovs and the
Romanovs, who have opposing views
on the relationship between humans
and machines.

35. Climax
 A pivotal moment that brings June
and the Avtomats face-to-face with
a critical decision to give out her
relic to light up the power source
(anima)
 The climax may involve a
showdown, a major confrontation,
or a turning point that changes the
course of the story.

36. Falling action
 They travel from Oregon, London,
Russia and China to find the relics
to power the lightsource
 Still, a lot of fighting

37. RESOLUTION
 The Petrovs and Romanovs reach a
point that they realize that they are
fighting for no reason
 They both agree that avtomats
should live in harmony and grow
 June gets trapped inside China’s
terracotta caves.
 They cut June’s relic, and through
that they conclude with Peter’s
sould being “pravda”

38. MAIN
CHARACTERS

39. June Stefanov
The protagonist of the story,
June Stefanov is an
anthropologist who becomes
entangled in the world of the
Avtomats. She stumbles upon a
hidden society of mechanical
beings and becomes embroiled
in their ancient conflicts.

40. Peter
Peter is an Avtomat who
possesses consciousness and a
soul. He has been involved in
wars throughout history and
holds a deep understanding of
the Avtomats' origins and
purpose. His story is set during
the Russian Revolution in the
early 20th century.

41. Elena Petrova
Elena is an Avtomat from the
Petrov faction. She is a skilled
warrior and has a complex
relationship with Peter. Their
connection spans centuries, and
their interactions reveal deeper
insights into the Avtomats'
history.

42. Grigory Rasputin
The infamous historical figure,
Grigory Rasputin, is also
featured in the novel. Rasputin's
involvement with the Avtomats
and his connection to their
hidden world are explored,
adding a historical dimension to
the narrative.

43. The Romanovs
The Romanovs are a faction of
Avtomats that oppose the
Petrovs. They have different
beliefs regarding the relationship
between humans and machines,
and their clashes with the
Petrovs form a central conflict in
the story.

44. analysis
CONCLUSION

45. identity,
humanity, and the
impact of
technology on
society

46.  WORLD
BUILDING
 CLEAR WRITING
 DUAL
PERSPECTIVE
 CHARACTERS
FEEL
UNRELATABLE
 PLOT FEELS
CRITIQUES

47. WHAT DID
YOU LEARN?

48. Q to Ponder:
If you could live in a
fantasy world/
book, where would
you live? (ex. Harry
potter)

49. THANK YOU