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Dune
1965 Novel by Frank Herbert
Dune is set far in humanity's future. Within those years, Earth has been destroyed, a Jihad has taken place to free humanity from the 'thinking machines' that threatened to overwhelm the human race, and mankind has scattered throughout space. … see full wiki
Author:
Frank Herbert
Genre:
Scifi
Publisher:
Chilton Books
Date Published:
1965
29 reviews about Dune
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I like the direction Frank Herbert took the Dune series in his first two sequels. This book has a bit more development than the original Dune. We get to learn more about the inner turmoil of Paul, Alia, and then meet the kids. Frank has a way of creating politically exciting twists and power struggles, without making any one character the villain. Paul and Alia in their own ways are both despots and victims. In terms of storyline, I think this brings the story to a satisfying conclusion (I'm not … more
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Science fiction by setting and technology, yet presenting ever so actual themes for humankind (politics, fight for power, war, love, learning and adapting, etc.), this book fascinated me because of many reasons, yet one idea really stayed with me a long time, changing my perception on world: how would it be to live on a desert planet? I started to look differently at the wonderful gift of vegetation and water, at the trees, lakes and rivers, maybe even with more gratitude and being more careful … more
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A tale of humanity 20,000 years in the future, Dune beautifully recounts the tale of a single human being and an empire spanning the entire galaxy. At this point most are familiar with the plot- Paul Atreides son of a Duke has his whole life uprooted to a desert planet where he is forced into exile. He finds a home with the vast desert community of Fremen and eventually exacts revenge on his father's murderer and starts a new religion whose jihad takes the galaxy by storm. But the astounding … more
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By far a most interesting and dramatic world. The people are fascinating and rarities. The religious overtones and zealous fervor makes me read this and all the Dune books with lusty speed. Bene Geserits are the ultimate witches with pizaz.
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Exhaustion was the first reaction to having read this book. Then came excitement that I had been introduced to a totally new universe. Set on a desert planet -- which could possibly be earth? -- the characters are all about power and either ignoring or abiding by the rules. The thirst for dominion is rampant and little is taboo so long as you see yourself as the exception. The movie was such an extravaganza, but just as tedious in details. … more
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A brilliantly crafted universe is hidden in these pages.
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Quick Tip by StAlia.
July 13, 2010
I have to give this book a 5 because I was named after one of the characters. And also...come on...great sci-fi!!! "I am I because I am here."
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I can't say I've ever been a science fiction nut, but I truly enjoyed this book and it made me interested in possibly reading other science fiction.
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A must read for all true sci fi fans, and fans of the movie, although I found it hard to get started
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I recently reread Dune when the 40th anniversary unabridged version came out. Once again I was floored by the shear scope of Frank Herbert’s beginning of the masterpiece series of Science fiction. Herbert began this EPIC undertaking in an age where Science fiction writer’s generally did not produce such massive tomes, much less a series of them in the same world. Needless to say, this Anniversary edition pleases just as much as the original did, and helps fill in some … more
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Science fiction classic. The geology of the planet Dune actually makes sense as well, as Herbert put in a LOT of research to ensure it's not too 'made up'
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If you've only seen the film(s), do yourself the favor of reading the original. Less flashy, but far more satisfying!
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Classic sci-fi, avoid some of the later sequels.
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Like a sci-fi Tolkien, he creates a whole new worls with great characters.
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This book changed my outlook on life. :3
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Quick Tip by susanhogarth.
June 22, 2010
Politics, economics, ecology, love, and revenge. What better combination could there be?
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Captivating.
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A classic science fiction story....any person claiming to love science fiction must read this book!
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Classic
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Quick Tip by BTSinclair.
June 15, 2010
One of science fiction's most pivotal stories. An interesting interpretation of the power of religion, the importance of environmental awareness, and political maneuvering.
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Science fiction isn't my favorite. I read Dune in the 70's, I found it pretty "dry"
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Quick Tip by carolh.
May 19, 2010
Classic SF. . .
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is perhaps the most original and exotic sci-fi/fantasy epic ever. Set 20,000 years in the future, it portrays a future that resembles the Middle Ages more than Star Trek. The galaxy is ruled by an emperor and several powerful feudal houses. Dune itself chronicles the struggle over the planet Arrakis, source of the crucial "spice," as well as the rise of a new politico-religious leader. Of course, for many, the stars of the book are the giant sandworms, huge creatures hundreds of meters long that … more
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review by Husher315.
May 14, 2009
It's funny that Dune was written during the Cold War era since a lot of the subject matter that was in the novel had undertones of what was going on during the time that Frank Herbert wrote this wonderful sci-fi saga. Part of the reason that this is so funny is because forty plus years later, those underlying tones in a sci-fi novel have the same meaning today. Issues with oil or issues over power. All of these subjects were covered in Herberts great sci-fi masterpiece. The … more
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review by S_Kay_Murphy.
March 29, 2008
I read it recently when one of my high school students loved it and said, "You have to read it!" So I did--and loved it. (Thanks, Orion!) Don't know why I didn't just jump on the band wagon decades ago when my friends were reading it, but I'm glad to have read it now. A truly satisfying sci-fi read.
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