My reading preferences tend to be somewhat cyclical. My last few book choices have quenched my non-fiction thirst and left me aching for something lighter, I have now journeyed to the opposite end of my reading spectrum and am enjoying some science fiction, specifically, Frank Herbert’s Dune.
I was always intimidated by Dune. Perhaps it was its weight or that the title does little to entice. However on Vivienne and Jesse’s insisting, I tried it again.
I am so pleased with the book so far. The families were a little hard to keep track of at first, but having trained with the near infinite Aurelianos of 100 Years of Solitude, I’ve been able to follow the characters fairly well.
I just reached the end of Part I. The book captivates and uses beautifully descriptive language. Despite the fact that I’m only 40% through the book, I’m confident it will be a favorite. If you haven’t read it yet, I strongly encourage you to join me.
You wanted something lighter…and chose Dune? While I love all the Dune’s by Frank I remember it being anything but light.
Compare Dune to An Introduction to Post Modernism by Kevin Hart and I think you’ll agree with my assessment.
I just reread Dune this year after having read it way back in 9th grade and I loved it. Can’t wait to hear you final asssement when you’ve finished the book.
If you want some seriously heavy sci-fi you should try the Hyperion series by Dan Simmons, took me something like 2 years to finish all the books.
Just wait until you get to the other books! Crazypants!
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