Why should you read “Dune” by Frank Herbert? - Dan Kwartler

Discover Frank Herbert’s science fiction classic, “Dune,” which tells the story of a man catapulted into the middle of a planetary revolution.

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A mother and son trek across an endless desert. Wearing special suits to dissipate heat and recycle moisture, the travelers aren’t worried about dying of thirst. Their fears are much greater. Soon, the sound of the desert is drowned out by a hissing: a mound of sand 400 meters long bursts from the desert floor and races towards them. This is the world of “Dune.” Dan Kwartler dives into the epic story.

Lesson by Dan Kwartler, directed by Recircle.

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[xygn]

I think the key information here is that this was written in the sixties. That's rather impressive.

[science]

What fascinates me most about this story is that it was written in a time when no one reached the moon, yet it is considered even greater than science fiction books now.

[ramstab]

The fact that Frank Herbert thought about a war between humans and AI, back in the sixties, still baffles me to this day.

[ndogarakumbare]

I can't help but admire how the author thought out such an elaborate story with so much technological ideas in 1965! Simply amazing

[xxxxxx]

Other sci-fi universes: Harpdrives
Dune: *D R U G S*

[WDCallahan]

Oh yes, the Bene Gesserit. The original Spice Girls.

[qtarokujo]

adding those quotes from future history books before each chapter not only foreshadows Paul's prescient ability but also cleverly puts the readers in his shoes as if we too can see the future like he does

[deepfictionanime]

After reading the book and watching the movie, I can just say that the book was done justice. What a story!

[zachmj]

To those who have just started the book and are overwhelmed by the bombardment of all the alien words and phrases, PLEASE STAY WITH IT! I promise you it will all make sense and be worth it in time!!

[LiaaRo]

“There is no escape—We pay for the violence of our ancestors” is kinda deep!!

[devleena]

So I decided to watch 'Dune' because it had Timothée in it, then I developed more interest, ending up reading the entire series and it has to be one of the best/most enlightening experiences of my life.

[christopherkerns]

DUNE is an extremely complex novel! It goes so far beyond Science Fiction it deals with politics and religion, especially messianic theories!
It is so much more than "good" and "bad" but goes deep into the grey areas we all question!
It delves deep into mysticism and the perils of fanaticism! It also speaks of ecological theories and that while the sound good that many times there are darker sides to contend with! As Paul "Muad dib" and Liet discover! The worms are a very large metaphor for oil and fuel.
And if all this wasn't enough comes a poinient love story of two people of different cultures coming together! There is also sage advise against rampant use of technology and artificial intelligence its ultimate dangers and ways to make humanity stronger through mental disciplines. I personally love all the philosophical principles it has to offer! Especially the Fremen!
It's an intellectual "must read"!!

[Qiwsawaf]

I recommend having a bottle of water nearby when you read dune.

[luminus]

Why you should read Dune: complex themes? No.

You should read it because: Big worm

[utsabpandit]

Here after watching DUNE 1 and 2. What an amazing experience it had been.

[four_twenty-seven]

Many think Dune is too complicated, but I read it when I was 12 and absolutely loved the prevalent themes of religion, politics, and environmental sciences.

[Rostol]

“I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration.
I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me.
And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path.
Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.”

[ttrestle]

As a Dune fanatic who’s read the books numerous times beginning when I was 15 years old in 1995, I feel like I’ve known a great secret that others are just now discovering.

[themannyzaur]

Sucks that YouTube is just recommending this video to me NOW instead of a year ago when this video was published. The movie intrigued me so much that I've started reading the books

[johnwong]

I've read all 6 of the Dune books by Frank Herbert and will be forever grateful to him for enriching my life with his writings. It's a real tragedy that Frank left us so soon.