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Dune is an Academy Award-nominated science fiction novel by Frank Herbert, celebrated for its complex world-building and rich storytelling. With over 32,000 reviews averaging 4.7 stars, it ranks #1 in multiple sci-fi bestseller categories, making it a must-have for any serious reader or collector.
| Best Sellers Rank | #63,240 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in Galactic Empire Science Fiction #9 in Exploration Science Fiction #9 in Alien Invasion Science Fiction |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 32,845 Reviews |
R**.
Great read and a beautiful cover.
One the best sci-fi books I’ve read. The book requires a little bit of an effort in the beginning as there are many definitions and terminology. But once you get through that it is marvelous. Also the cover is beautiful and the physical quality of the book is great.
A**H
ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS YOU'LL EVER READ.
AMAZING BOOK. SO GOOD. JUST BRILLIANT.
A**.
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It's Dune, what else there to say?!
A**D
bought this Edition for the Cover Art
😄😁 the cover Art💗
S**H
Got the wrong cover :(
Love the book but I didn’t get this cover. Got the movie version of the cover which I detest. Almost considered returning it but I was too impatient lol
H**H
Very sensitive cover- prone to damage
Just received the book. I am sure the story is great. Reviewing the book cover here. As much as it is esthetically pleasing, with the brown background and the golden ink, it's extremely prone to smudging and tear. The day I received it, it had two smudges and a slight tear at the back. I had to immediately cover it as I fear the cover is very prone to damage. But covering it isn't the point as I cant see the beautiful golden ink anymore. And if I put a clear plastic, the cover will lose its texture. Don't waste your money on this cover.
A**A
Bad poor quality
I love the story on the book but the book quality not really.
M**A
Different cover
What came was the movie poster cover of the book and not the one shown on the picture - disappointing. Otherwise, book came in good condition.
K**L
A Fair and Balanced Review from an Unashamed Fan
Frank Herbert's Dune is simultaneously one of the most sublime and frustrating works of literature ever produced. I gave this novel a 5/5 rating outright for two reasons: it's my favorite novel, one I never tire of re-reading; and it's a book that should be read at least once by anyone interested in science fiction, fantasy, history, political science, economics, mysticism, or narrative. Regardless of whether or not someone actually enjoys Dune, every reader can glean something from it. That said, were it not for the latter two points, I would likely give this novel a lower rating, and here's why: Dune sacrifices storytelling for story. What in the name of Thor am I talking about? Let me explain. The world-building of Dune is outstanding, and I mean, REALLY outstanding. Tolkien can't hold a candle to Herbert's work in this regard - sure, he came up with a number of artificial languages, but from a narrative perspective that's actually one of the less productive things you can do to flesh out a setting. In Dune, every story element has relevance and connection to every other story element. The political reality of the galaxy depends on economic power, which is derived from trade, which is made possible by the Spacing Guild, who uses the spice, which exists only on Arrakis, whose administration depends upon the political climate. Paul's character is related to the mystical aspects of the story, but also brings relevance to the ecological and historical aspects. And so on, and so on. There isn't a loose thread here, no equivalent of the Fellowship of the Ring's Barrow-wights; nothing here could be removed from the whole package without substantially diminishing it. Tapping into all of these fundamental spheres of thought and creativity gives Dune the feeling of being a real history, and it gives the reader the feeling they're witnessing a change in the axis of civilization - something more subtly epic than big battles, of which we only get one (and an indirectly described one at that). That said, because Herbert is so dedicated to giving us as much material to work with as he can, in many instances this novel misses out on what might have been effective dramatic elements. An important plot point early on in the book is the supposed presence of a traitor in the midst of the Atreides, a traitor who will make the Harkonnen plot possible. Ordinarily I wouldn't mention this for spoiler concerns, but the novel basically comes out and tells you who the traitor is from the beginning, a while before it even comes into play in the events of the story. The reason this is problematic is because in a story which is so dependent upon political intrigue, it makes the decisions of the characters more powerful when we share in the mystery of the information around them. Another narrative problem is Paul himself. Though he is unquestionably the central character of the story as well as its protagonist, Paul starts off as a precocious fifteen-year-old and ends as a major player in galactic politics. In other words, he starts of as unrelatable and becomes less relatable as time goes by. In fact, several of my friends told me they stopped reading after a while because they didn't like Paul. This is an entirely fair criticism. In fact, the only character with whom a reader could form a true emotional connection would be Paul's mother, the Lady Jessica, whose problems are much more grounded in humanity. Now Paul's nature is basically vital to the fabric of the story, so it would diminish the story's complexity for him to become a more human character; but Dune would undoubtedly have been an easier reading experience had the novel chosen to focus on Jessica. This should give you a taste of what I mean. Dune isn't a novel that really engages a reader on an emotional level; because it reads so much like a history, it engages you on intellectual and thematic levels - but again, not emotionally. This is still my favorite novel, because measured against the standards of what it's trying to accomplish it succeeds beautifully; but potential readers should know what sort of undertaking they're facing when they pick this up.
T**N
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Y**K
ISBN-13: 978-1473233959
A very good hardcase version of dune. Together with Dune: Messiah of the same publisher really good. Update: children of dune also came out
F**E
The Epic That Redefined Science Fiction
Frank Herbert’s Dune is a massive and unforgettable science-fiction epic set on the desert planet Arrakis. Following Paul Atreides and his family, the story combines political intrigue, betrayal, religion, ecology, prophecy, and war into one incredibly detailed world. The book’s greatest strength is its world-building. Arrakis feels like a living world, with its own culture, politics, environment, and history. While the beginning can feel slow and overwhelming because of the many unfamiliar terms and characters, the story becomes increasingly gripping and rewarding. Overall: ⭐ 5/5 A masterpiece of science fiction—epic, intelligent, philosophical, and filled with unforgettable characters and ideas.
F**A
Un capolavoro intramontabile, più profondo e vasto del film
"Dune" non è semplicemente un libro, è un monumento della letteratura di fantascienza, un'opera la cui influenza e complessità sono celebrate da decenni. Questa edizione, con la copertina legata al successo cinematografico di Denis Villeneuve, è l'invito perfetto per chiunque, affascinato dal film, desideri immergersi nella fonte originale e scoprire la vera, sconfinata profondità del mondo creato da Frank Herbert. Preparatevi: per quanto magnifici siano i film, hanno solo scalfito la superficie di questo capolavoro. Punti di Forza (Pro) World-Building Insuperabile: Se i film mostrano la bellezza di Arrakis, il libro la spiega. La politica feudale tra le Grandi Case, l'ecologia del pianeta desertico, le intricate filosofie delle Bene Gesserit e dei Fremen, e l'economia della Spezia sono descritte con una profondità e una coerenza che hanno fatto scuola. Introspezione e Profondità Psicologica: Gran parte del romanzo è narrata attraverso i pensieri dei personaggi. Questa tecnica ci dà un accesso diretto alle paure di Paul, ai calcoli di Lady Jessica, alle strategie del Duca Leto e alle motivazioni di ogni personaggio, offrendo un livello di introspezione e complessità psicologica che nessun film può replicare completamente. Tematiche Universali e Attuali: "Dune" è molto più di una space opera. È un'epopea che esplora con intelligenza temi incredibilmente moderni: l'ecologia, lo sfruttamento delle risorse, il fanatismo religioso, la manipolazione politica e i pericoli legati alle figure messianiche. È un'opera che fa riflettere. Una Storia Epica e Autoconclusiva: Il primo libro di "Dune" è un romanzo completo, con un inizio, uno svolgimento e una fine. Racconta un'intera, epica parabola che lascia il lettore pienamente soddisfatto, coprendo l'arco narrativo di entrambi i film di Villeneuve. Aspetti da Considerare (Contro) Stile di Scrittura Denso: La prosa di Herbert è ricca e complessa, non è una lettura "leggera". Richiede attenzione e concentrazione. Il ritmo è più lento e contemplativo rispetto a quello di un film d'azione, con lunghi dialoghi e profonde riflessioni interiori. Complessità Iniziale: L'universo di Dune è vasto e il libro introduce fin da subito una grande quantità di nomi, titoli e concetti specifici. L'impatto iniziale può essere spiazzante per un nuovo lettore. Edizione "Movie Tie-in": Questa è un'edizione tascabile da grande distribuzione, perfetta per la lettura. Tuttavia, i collezionisti o gli amanti dei bei volumi potrebbero preferire un'edizione con copertina rigida e una grafica più classica, non legata alla locandina del film. Esperienza d'Uso Tipica L'esperienza è quella di una riscoperta. Si inizia a leggere riconoscendo le scene e i personaggi visti al cinema. Ma pagina dopo pagina, ci si accorge di quanto sia più vasto l'universo. Si capiscono le vere motivazioni dietro le scelte politiche, si "ascoltano" i pensieri di Paul durante l'addestramento e si apprezza la finezza della cultura Fremen. Alla fine della lettura, si riguardano i film con una consapevolezza e un apprezzamento completamente nuovi. Conclusione e Raccomandazione "Dune" è un capolavoro assoluto, una lettura imprescindibile non solo per gli amanti della fantascienza, ma per chiunque apprezzi le grandi epopee letterarie. È un romanzo impegnativo ma immensamente gratificante, che offre strati di lettura e una profondità che continuano a stupire a decenni di distanza. Se avete amato i film, leggere il libro è il passo successivo e obbligato per cogliere la vera grandezza di quest'opera. La Dritta in Più La complessità di Dune può essere spiazzante all'inizio. La dritta fondamentale è: non ignorate il glossario ("Terminologia dell'Impero") in fondo al libro. A differenza di altri romanzi, non è un'appendice superflua, ma uno strumento essenziale. Se incontrate una parola strana (Kwisatz Haderach, Gom Jabbar, Sardaukar), una rapida consultazione del glossario vi darà una definizione chiara e vi permetterà di non perdere il filo. Tenere un dito o un segnalibro su quelle pagine vi renderà la lettura molto più fluida e comprensibile.
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