Discovering Dune : essays on Frank Herbert's epic saga / edited by Dominic J. Nardi and N. Trevor Brierly ; foreword by Timothy O'Reilly.

Other author Nardi, Dominic J., Jr. editor.
Other author Brierly, N. Trevor, 1970- editor.
Other author O'Reilly, Tim author of introduction, etc.
Format Book
PublicationJefferson, North Carolina : McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, [2022]
Descriptionx, 274 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
Subjects

SeriesCritical explorations in science fiction and fantasy
Critical explorations in science fiction and fantasy ; 81. ^A600474
Abstract ""Frank Herbert's Dune is one of the most well-known science fiction novels of all time, and it is often revered alongside time-honored classics like The Lord of the Rings. Unlike Tolkien's work, the Dune series has received remarkably little academic attention. This collection includes fourteen new essays from various academic disciplines-including philosophy, political science, disability studies, Islamic theology, environmental studies, and Byzantine history-that examine all six of Herbert's Dune books. As a compendium, it asserts that a multidisciplinary approach to the texts can lead to fresh discoveries. Also included in this collection are an introduction by Tim O'Reilly, who authored one of the first critical appraisals of Herbert's writings in 1981, and a comprehensive bibliography of essential primary and secondary sources.""-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Genre/formLiterary criticism.
Genre/formLiterary criticism.
LCCN 2022029886
ISBN9781476682013
ISBN1476682011 paperback
ISBNelectronic book

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