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Summary: An Enthralling Saga
Review: I was sad to see it end, proud to have finished it, and comforted by the fact that there are five more novels waiting for me in Herbert's adventurous desert world, should I ever choose to return. The universe dazzled me. There are vivid, memorable characters, and a plot made of myth, philosophy, politics, religion, and wisdom. Aside from Herbert's careful and often beautiful language, the philosophical musing and wisdom inspired me. The book cleared my mind and sharpened my senses. Having read it, I absorb from and communicate with the real world with greater awareness and purpose. Dune is a classic.
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Summary: Long live Frank Herbert!
Review: Dune is one of the greatest books ever writte
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Summary: Genius without comparison
Review: Frank Herbert has done what so many sci fi authors fail to do--created a plausible suggestion of the distant future of mankind, without all the lengthy descriptions of dumb gadgets that litter most sci fi novels. Bravo! It doesn't get much better than this folks. Even the most staunch hater of the sci fi genre would enjoy it. The only way the characters might not be totally realistic is that they are all highly intelligent (and that's not a complaint!) They are unique and intreguing, and the ending to this and the others in the series are far from predictable. I've never completed a series of books (six in all) so quickly. And at the end you'd just kill to be able to become a Bene Gesserit! Happy reading!
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Summary: predictable
Review: After 10 pages everybody could guess the end.I just hate predictable book the first part of this book is worth reading but if your not an hard core sci-fi fan drop it after.
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Summary: Excellent
Review: At first, Dune's complexity and length (mostly length) were a barrier to my reading it. I've read Heinlien, Assimov, and others. After I saw the long version of the movie, I felt there were too many unanswered questions. I knew that a respected science fiction author would not leave that many stones unturned. So that day, I began reading the book. I found that I could not put it down. I read each page fully looking for the clues and the complex plot twists. I was held in an almost suspended state as my mind's eye watched this drama unfold. The only thing that I wish was different, is the description of Gurney, "an ugly lump of a man" (page 31). My mind kept seeing Patrick Stewart and I don't believe he is "an ugly lump of a man." This book is only the start of a complex and unique saga covering issues that transend time. If you are a light SCI-FI reader, try reading this book with the eye of yesterday, of today and of tomorrow.
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Summary: The Best Science Fiction ever written
Review: I have read the 6 books by Frank herbert and I have seen the vision that he was trying to create in the wording of the books. Those who read the books shouldn't just read them, but they should invision what Mr. Herbert was trying to say and creat in you mind. I would suggest that you underline those parts that you find most interesting and and learn what he was trying to say at the point in the book. Quote, " I will let fear pass over me and through me."
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Summary: Mere words cannot describe how astonishing this book is!
Review: This has to be the all time best book I have ever read. The detail is so great you feel as if you are actually there to witness everything. For those of you who have read this, I suggest finishing the trilogy. and for those of you who have, then send some equally good books my way!
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Summary: A True Masterpiece
Review: The death of Frank Herbert meant the loss of History's greatest Science Fiction writer. To read Dune, is to embrace the wisdom and skill of Frank Herbert. Dune tells a story that appeals to everyone through its politics, environmental discussions, and religion. Read Dune and feel the power behind it. I can only tell you that I re-read the entire Dune series evry couple months and still find it as mystifying as ever. Such a masterpiece deserves a place on your shelf.
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Summary: Dune is one of my all-time-favorites.
Review: Dune is a classic. I have read it several times and each time found new thought provoking truths to ponder over for the next several months. There are so many levels of meaning in this story that it will never grow old. Several themes include: The story of Paul Atriades and his family, conservation of natural resources, conflicts in society, management of greed, conflict between sacrifice and gain, the ultimate dangers of artificial intelligence, and the list goes on. All this and it's a terrific page-turner too. I cannot begin to recommend this book highly enough. In fact, I think I've just persuaded myself to read it again.
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Summary: Kull Wahad!!
Review: This book is a superb piece of Science Fiction that should be on your bookshelf even if you don't like Science Fiction. The characters are real. You feel the companionship among the Fremen. You can see the landscapes and feel the harsh circumstances that isolate Arrakis. Paul looks like Laurence of Arabia and Vladimir Harkonnen looks like a perfect Saddam Husein of the future. Really, read this book, enjoy it and try to get all the best out of it. A most have. And hey! Why are there some guys here that say that this book is for mature readers because of its complexity? I'm just 16 and I understood it perfectly.
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