This short story is really a piece from its larger volume "Under The Sunset" a collection of stories for children by Bram Stoker M.A. 1881..not his most powerful piece, but more appreciated when the larger volume is read
This account is quite well written and also very funny. Highly quotable for such a short read. It was interesting to see what has changed in the world of health and fitness and what hasn't.
This is easily some of the best sci-fi I've ever read. Stross doesn't just tell an amazing story, he suggests one. The main plot revolves around the growing influence of technology in the main characters lives, and their attempts to figure out where their places in the universe are.
But what most impressed me about this story was the incredibly subtle ducking and weaving necessary to write a story that spans centuries and actively involves exponential growth in technology, without wasting a lot of words to explain the technologies themselves.
Thanks to all people who took their time to give valuable insights.Like others i was also confused about the second part but assured by the others i continued reading and i really enjoyed it.Thanks