I read ALL* the editions of Dune! (Sort of)

*Okay, maybe not all of them exactly, but definitely a bunch. Here's a review of a few different editions of the science fiction classic novel 𝘋𝘶𝘯𝘦. Maybe it'll help you make a decision on which one you should buy!
(Sorry about the audio glitches throughout the video... I hope they aren't too distracting!)
00:00 - Intro
01:45 - Early 2000's paperback edition
02:56 - Current mass market paperback edition
04:15 - A little e-reader plug
06:07 - Penguin Galaxy edition
08:18 - Barnes & Noble Leatherbound Classics edition
12:53 - Ace Deluxe edition
16:17 - New edition still boxed (video coming soon…)
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[@powerfrenzy]

my earnest hope is that with all this Dune Fever, publishers will put out some attractive/classic looking hardcovers for Dune Messiah

[@ziya9274]

The first 3 have really cool covers, not sure what the name of the versions are. It’s probably the European one, PewDiePie had it and it’s literally so cool

[@Kkstgch]

@@ziya9274 I don't remember the cover from Pewds video! Time to check it out.

[@Kkstgch]

I really wish Penguin releases a deluxe edition for the rest of the saga.

[@ziya9274]

@@Kkstgch yeah! It’s the 50th anniversary edition, I think it might just be a European cover? I’m not European but they import books form there to here so idk

[@sideshowdayv]

the folio society's twitter account said they've paaed onto the editors department that a lot of people are asking for more Dune

[@alvarogiraldezcea8561]

15:37 Nate trying to use the voice on us.

[@NateNakao]

My microphone just couldn't handle it! 🤣

[@pandora4037]

🤣🤣

[@Xx_Obsidian_Tears_xX]

i thought it was my laptop messing up on me

[@kamranm946]

can confirm, definitely caught Dune fever my eyes are blue now

[@etoiledufaucon5904]

Don't do spice, kids

[@blankmantm2501]

When I first read God Emperor of Dune, I had just read the prior three books in the recent editions, and GEoD was a vintage, used one. The change from new to old gave my experience a mystical feeling, since the many differences in print added to the changes in the world across the thousands of years. Like reading from an old journal *wink wink

[@NateNakao]

I know the feeling well!

[@Vacuumorph]

Real fans read it on Ridulian Crystal Paper

[@njm2699]

@@Vacuumorph only real ones know the reference ;)

[@carenome1]

I just found your channel on utube this evening. I am soooooo glad that you examined the books as objects. This is really important to bibliophiles such as myself. Readability and 'hand' is part of the 'mystique' of books, imo. Thank you so much. I've been putting off purchasing that last one with the blue pages but this clinches it for me. As I collect many other vintage books (Easton & Franklin, for example), the look and feel of a book is very important to me. Thanks again.

[@kr4119]

Thanks so much. I was trying to choose between hardbacks and this video is exactly what I was looking for. You've convinced me to go for the ace deluxe edition!

[@poeticbeauty1654]

I loveeeee these reviews. They're so in-depth. Thank you so much! Looking forward for the new version you're going to review! 😊

[@wentzr]

Glad to watch this after making my hc selection - last one you reviewed (NOT the foilio ver!). I'm really loving the experience so far. Worth the price of admission.

[@fgdj2000]

Purchased the Ace Deluxe Edition after seeing this video and am pretty happy. Dune is one of my favorite novels and I‘ve read (and listened to) it a few times. I absolutely loved the Denis Villeneuve film and am looking forward to the conclusion. Though I have yet to read beyond Children of Dune. I dunno, the later books in the series don’t really interest me that much, although the story sounds awesome. Anyway, cheers and I‘d love to see a review of your Folio Society Esition!

[@ac3074]

loved your review! i got the other paperback, the 50th anniversary edition. highly recommended, it's definitely much better than the mass paperback edition and less expensive than the hardbacks.

[@Kkstgch]

Thank god for this video! I bought the deluxe edition and I was feeling nervous because I didn't really research the different editions. I kind of bought it on a whim. Thank you so much!

[@RedFuryBooks]

I enjoyed your video. I hadn’t really ever considered the difference in the ergonomics of different hardcover editions, so this is something I’ll definitely think about in the future. I have the Ace hardcover and the newer mass market paperbacks for the rest.

[@jrlakin370]

Great review - I’ve got the Folio edition. It is absolutely stunning beyond belief!

[@movies_and_film_memorabilia]

Thx a lot for a great review of the different versions of the book! I agree with you about the ACE edition. I really like it! I look forward to your next review of the book. Happy holidays! CJ

[@spicymakicombo]

Amazing book review. I learned a lot about book design from this review. Thanks!

[@Ellewolf20]

Really wanted to invest in one of these, but I didn't know which one. Thank you so much for the amazing and in-depth review!

[@NateNakao]

Glad it helped! I've got one more edition to showcase, but since it's a birthday gift from my girlfriend, I can't open it until next week. Video should come shortly after that

[@bogdanbulancea4253]

@@NateNakao is it with the cover from the poster from the movie?

[@Duderino17]

Purchased the Ace deluxe edition a day after I saw the film, a BEAUTIFUL book. Thanks for info here on the other editions, you have me pretty reassured about the edition I got

[@willjackson6522]

On the off chance you see this, would you still recommend the Ace deluxe edition?

[@erock81487]

Great review(s). I appreciate talking about the pages, binding, etc. it’s one of those things I do consider when buying a book. Thanks for the video!

[@NateNakao]

You're welcome! A follow-up is on its way

[@Puddin_Tame]

THANK YOU FOR POSTING THIS! I just read the B&N edition before seeing the movie. As beautiful as it is, I was surprised and disappointed to see so many typos! I joined a Dune Facebook group to ask for a good looking, reasonably priced edition without typos. My member ship remains pending but thanks to your video, my question has been answered! The Ace deluxe edition is the one for me. Looking forward to watching your Folio Society review. Thanks again.

[@NateNakao]

I'm glad this was helpful!

[@martinarias4468]

Thank you for this review I really needed cause I'm about to make my first dune purchase 🙌

[@justinkeena6617]

Looking forward to the Folio edition video! I got my Ace deluxe edition today thanks to your video. Great deal on Amazon now for $26.

[@Dems-fk8sh]

That's the video I was looking for. Thank you so much.

[@jekster]

Really enjoyed this video and the detailed breakdown. Checked your channel to see the Folio Society review and was disappointed that video wasn't on your channel.

[@NateNakao]

It's coming soon! I had a very busy few years

[@FIT2BREAD]

Great video. I've read Dune 11 times, but usually from the same 3 or 4 copies/editions.

[@phillboerger8252]

Thank you for going through the different versions. I enjoyed the video and am trying to decide between the deluxe hardcover & the folio society one. Looking forward to your overview of that one!

[@NateNakao]

Yes! I can't wait to open it! I totally miscounted the number of weeks between the release of the movie in North America and my birthday, so I have one more week before I can open it. Stay tuned!

[@phillboerger8252]

@@NateNakao I watched the movie having not read the Dune books & I really enjoyed it. If anything, it just made me want to read the books more. I noticed in the video that the deluxe hardcover had a glued binding as opposed to sewn-in. I've had some bad experiences with glued. Does it seem to be an issue for you at all?

[@sarmatiko]

Thanks for the review! It was really interesting to compare them visually, I was kind of surprised by above average quality of mass market paperback edition - from the experience, those glued books rarely live for long time. Cover artworks are wasted on that edition. I would happily buy Ace Deluxe edition on first occasion though, the only problem is that the series probably wont continue after one premium book. That Folio Society edition is really amazing. I'm fortunate enough to have hardcover Ukrainian edition of Dune that is almost exact copy of FS edition with Sam Weber illustrations and cover art. Obviously not the same quality (our hardcover edition sells for 10$ per book compared to FS 85£ for standard FS edition), with thinner paper and different cover material, but still looks and feels incredible.

[@skippykay599]

Just found my dad’s old collection of all the books, four are the same editions, the rest are all different. I was just looking out of sheer curiosity if there was a video covering some of the editions, this is perfect!

[@KittenNippl3s]

Decided to pick up the Ace version. TY for the helpful review!

[@blackchromelife1692]

Thanks much for this video!To my despair, I went through the cheap route, but I'm taking now the Ace Deluxe. 😅

[@brandong8978]

I'm thrilled to dive into the world of Dune. This is precisely the comparison I was looking for. Thanks!

[@NateNakao]

Glad it was helpful!

[@WarriorWildhead1337]

I got the special edition box set of the first trilogy because I saw a copy of the first book and thought it was far too beautiful to not look at. And the set was on sale at the time! Enthralling to look at, even more enthralling to read!

[@rhythmandblues_alibi]

Thank you, this is exactly what I was looking for.

[@thatnerdjake]

aaaaah you blue balled me with that last edition lol going to find that video now lol

[@MizaProductions1]

I didn’t read all the comments to see if it was mentioned but the new version with the orange sand cover, there is a wider version of it. I passed on the narrow version and I’m glad I did.

[@Megan-ii6vj]

I’ve read the whole series in paperbacks but the Ace edition was just so gorgeous i’m picking it up as well. And uhhh, the rest of the series in hardbacks when they also come out. I may have a problem. The folio edition is also GORGEOUS and one day i’ll probably cave on that as well.

[@NateNakao]

And of course there's a Folio Society edition of Dune Messiah that came out recently, so 💸💸💸

[@abrazor]

I just got the Folio edition too. Love it. So beautiful. My favorite paperbacks are the originals from the 60s when it came out. My father had the whole set and that is where I first read the books. Can't get them anywhere now. I also have a large book containing the first 3 books, it is a paperback. Too big to carry.

[@georginaa.tenagonzalez5511]

You have all originals?? Could you help me solve a puzzle? I found an interesting paragraph in my Spanish edition that I cannot find in the English, and I cannot stop wondering where it came from.

[@abrazor]

Hi. My FATHER had the original paperbacks, he doesn't anymore and I am living in a different country than him. What is the section you cannot find???@@georginaa.tenagonzalez5511

[@KRAE444]

Love the Dune content! Have you seen the Bruce Pennington cover art? Definitely my favorite!

[@NateNakao]

Bruce Pennington's art is classic! Absolutely gorgeous

[@my-king]

Did you make a video on the Dune book you got as a present? I looked but couldn't find it 😢 Thank you for the review. You should do more like this! 👍🏻

[@NateNakao]

Coming soon!

[@spaceman_256]

Sorry to comment on an old video, but i wanted to share that the current paperback series, the second one shown in the video, actually has a larger version with an extra inch or so added to page height and width. (Maybe they are new since this video came out?) I sampled a chapter out of the smaller version and ended up buying the larger version. The extra page size greatly alleviates the stiff pages and desire to bend the spine. Im not a book nerd so i could be missing something but i have no issues at all with it, looking forward to picking up the whole series in this edition, highly recommend

[@theretrogamer14]

As far as the latest edition of Dune with the minimalist cover, there is a better version of it that came out (trade paperback I think.. larger dimensions too), which is way easier to read and doesn't have the issue with stiff pages. IIRC it came out in 2020 and this version in 2019

[@QuaesitorDei]

I watched the movie around 3 months ago and it was excellent! I'm in the middle of a bit of an occult journey so the supernatural elements just made it particularly enjoyable for me.

[@aydenlinden9661]

I just picked up a copy of the first Book Club Edition Printing- (I long one day to get the first 1965 printing, but 1971 is the closest I can go without breaking the bank haha) -and this came up in my recommended. An absolutely great review! I am so excited to read it and compare it to the current mass market edition

[@carfulman13]

I just started reading the dune books a few weeks ago! I'm currently on dune messiah now! These comparisons are great and they will help me buy the right hardcover for me!

[@maartens9933]

the current mass market one (the second one you showed) creases the spine sooooooo bad... I loved the artwork but my spine has so many marks...

[@garlandstrife]

I thought the sound glitches were my computer's fault lmao great reviews, thanks

[@braedenneale845]

Great video dude! Subscribed :)

[@dabbzgaming3971]

i have the 25th ann. edition from ace. i work at an antique mall and old copies of books is something i can't keep my hands off of

[@alpertroncp2198]

I love my Folio Society edition - one perk of living in the U.K. is that folio editions become mildly less expensive (when postage is factored in)

[@cosmicchicken579]

I heard 13:17 and had a little jump since I actually frequent the Montclair Bookcenter. I love that little shop!

[@danieltaylor1494]

I actually found the hardcover of the first one you talked about. There were a few copies. I did pick up the recent Deluxe versions. It would be absolutely cool if they had art work in a Deluxe ver that shows things within the book, so that those that have never read it would know and understand the things within. I wonder if that's a possibility in the future..would increase the value I think too. I would pay for them.

[@xcalibro6483]

the cover for the ace deluxe edition is gorgeous

[@AndyB30]

I have a hardback of that first one you held up! I was very lucky to find a very good condition one at a used book store at my local library. I got it for $4!!!!! That being said, a lot of people don't like that cover lol. It kinda looks like a cover of a science class book. 🤣

[@tjofcarolina1776]

The version I have is a pocketbook version of the 00s version first shown. It has creases in the spine its allright though

[@killenmcneill7580]

On the recommendation of this video I bought the Ace deluxe edition and can definitely say that the binding isn't sewn but glued. I was disappointed and sent it back.

[@ramayanaroxas5457]

I needed this thank you

[@someinteresting]

Will you do a video on the special editions for the next two books that came out recently?

[@WaskiSquirrel]

I watched the whole thing. It' good to know I'm not the only one who owns multiple copies of this book! I really like the Barnes and Noble and the Ace Deluxe versions, and I own both. I also have the one from the Folio Society, which I enjoy! I thought I owned a paperback version, but I can't find it.

[@catastrophobia]

I have an 80s (Bruce Pennington art) copy of the book but it's so well-read and now damaged that is not readable anymore and there are typos.

[@gamingsfinest3356]

My favorite edition is the 1999 Ace hardcover, dust cover is the same design as your first paperback. I love the design itself because it looks like the book is wearing a tuxedo, a distinguishing look to complement the text within. One of the few editions that comes in at under 500 pages for the main text (just barely crosses the 500 threshold if including the appendices and index). The pages are nice and thick and the font size is perfect, both comparable to the modern Ace deluxe edition. I've seen copies in great condition being sold for $30-40 so not much more expensive than the Ace deluxe or B&N LB for an edition that is IMO the penultimate hardcover edition of this book. Altogether I would say the best reading experience comes in the form of the trade paperback version. I'm still on the hunt for that beautiful 1980's TPB from Berkley, but for anyone currently looking to get into the books, I believe a TPB is currently in print following the same cover design as the current mass market edition.

[@user-fr8gh2nw9t]

Hi There do you know where this ACE black 1999 edition is still available or is it out of print?

[@gamingsfinest3356]

@@user-fr8gh2nw9t It is out of print I believe. I do think many copies were manufactured and generally you will be able to find secondhand copies for $30-40 as I mentioned in the original post. With the release of part 2 it may be a bit harder to get your hands on one at the moment, but if you keep an eye out I'm sure you could come across one pretty easily.

[@vermadheeraj29]

I have the original paperback edition and I have ordered the SF Masterworks hardcover, still waiting to see how that will turn out.

[@douglasfreer]

The edition I own is the Barnes & Noble leatherbound edition. If I get a regular edition I’d go for that colorful paperback version or that special edition hardcover.

[@noahharris4852]

I am reading through the second trilogy right now and the Science Fiction Book Club editions are the absolute top tier.

[@MrDaAsif]

Dune was really one of those books that really sold me on e-readers. That book is big enough that the e-reader is competitive with the ergonomics

[@RitvijTiwari]

I have the SF Masterworks edition and no one on KZbin seems to mention it in all the similar videos that ive seen XD

[@skjbanks]

Which set of the original series would you recommend? And what happened to your follow up video?

[@georgelebron4560]

Can’t wait for your next video:)

[@donnyemig6001]

I think the first ever hard cover edition is my favorite

[@BrentARJ]

1:46 small correction. That's the mass market paperback, not the larger trade paperback.

[@Eiytre]

So deluxe one is sewn and not glued? Because a lot of people say it's glued

[@SidBarnhoorn]

Great review! Thanks! I have the Ace Deluxe edition and love it. Do you have any recommendation for the other books in the series? I have seen a lot of various editions but not quite sure which to do for. PS: I saw the movie a few weeks ago and loved it! Have you seen it already?

[@NateNakao]

Yes! I absolutely loved the new movie! I'm so glad it's getting a sequel! ‎ I haven't found any new sets of the other books that I'm totally sold on yet. As far as I've been able to find, the best ones are older, out-of-print editions. I'm hoping that with all the excitement around the movie, we'll see some nice editions of the rest of the classic series become available

[@Allthesmallteas]

I really like the Ace hardcover and FS edition too. You need to check out the Centipede Press edition of Dune. It'd sold out but should be out in a month or so. It's going to be amazing. I have that edition coming. I may buy FS edition too but haven't decided if I want 6 different editions of this book 🤣

[@RMarsupial]

I was wondering if he'd mention that. $500 is pretty dang steep but I've seen some Centipede editions that look really amazing. I've wanted to get one for a bit (one of the cheaper ones) but the shipping to the UK is killer.

[@Allthesmallteas]

@@RMarsupial It is very steep, but I'm a huge fan of CP work and I know it's going to be amazing. I also really like SST publications. They do great work like CP and they are based out of the UK. You should check them out! They are my two favorite publishers.

[@jesslovesbangs]

Omg i love the 50th anniversary Dune! Thks for this thoo

[@NateNakao]

You're welcome! Yes, the cover art on the 50th anniversary edition is beautiful. That's one version I wish I had.

[@alexios9848]

After all the hype, i purchased the movie edition. But man, that Burnes and Noble's Classic one looks so cool! I regret that i did not look for a different edition.

[@meera2654]

thank you this was super helpful

[@nickminadeo8386]

You're near Montclair Book Center! I used to go there all the time since I studied at Montclair State! Sick, man! It's a really awesome shop, I miss going there...

[@avavii]

Where can I find the video on the last edition mentioned? Great video, it is a huge help.

[@NateNakao]

It's on its way. Sorry for the long delay.

[@southernconcretesludge9675]

Dune deluxe by Ace publishing doesn't have threaded binding, it has glue binding and that is the only deal break for me, but a side from that it is a beautiful edition witch I regret selling ':D

[@danieldelvalle5004]

I saw the movie and I definitely have Dune fever. I took out all my Dune books, which are 5 different editions.

[@Siggney1]

i have the current mass market paperback one and if you just like, flip through the pages they loosen up pretty easily honestly

[@TheMinarus]

In the set you got that paperback edition is smaller and stiffer and lesser quality, if you get the independant 'larger' maybe they are called deluxe paperback editions not sure but also from ACE that have the same cover art, they are great, it's more spacious larger book and way higher quality than that, you don't have to pry the spine like that to read it (I hate that too), it feels absolutely amazing in hand.

[@NateNakao]

I did notice that at my local bookshop they had both editions, and the larger paperback was definitely a higher quality version.

[@fightingkitchen7960]

3:33 but isn’t there a trade market edition where the book is longer & you would probably not damage the spine?

[@swires1]

Recently released Ace editions have the least typos, right?

[@carenome1]

I must be a book nerd as well. I enjoy hearing about the book as an object. I've watched several reviews on the readability of each edition. Very informative. I've listed after the blue edged edition. Have you seen the Easton Press edition?

[@NateNakao]

I have! I'm very tempted to pick it up... Maybe something I'll put on my list.

[@godofchaoskhorne5043]

Jooooooo I got the dame Kobo libra (first one, not v2). I absolutely love that thing. In fact honestly, I prefer reading with an ereader most of the time due to all the conveniences. But reading a good hardcover feels special

[@anthonytitone]

Do any of these versions have the John Schoenherr illustrations?

[@mattsupreme9319]

that trade paper back is widely available for 5$ they go on eBay frequently .....

[@xXDeMortalXx]

great video! is the video on the folio society coming?

[@NateNakao]

It's on its way!

[@michaelthomas3262]

great comparison, thanks for that

[@pandora4037]

I was stuck choosing between the Barnes & Noble edition and the deluxe edition. I wound up buying the deluxe edition. I just wish they were hardcover versions of the rest of the books in the main series.

[@scumdog666]

There are hardcover editions of the other books, you just have to buy them on ebay for $$$$... I just bought a 1st printing hardcover of Dune Messiah for $55.

[@pandora4037]

@@scumdog666 Thanks. I know about the original hard covers I just wish they would reprint new hardcovers.

[@Vasco1001]

Saw the movie last week and I'm now on a dune youtube binge

[@poeticbeauty1654]

Me too! 😭

[@kartikaygupta2920]

Hey any thoughts about hodder & stoughton publishing edition

[@shutupgaydog827]

bro I have never once experienced the gold dust thing you described with the barnes & noble edition lmao

[@RyanM-hp8nd]

Still looking forward to the new edition review

[@anthonyjordanmoviesandmore2470]

I've never read the book before but I picked up the ace deluxe edition at a local bookstore I spend $45 on it I knew lover hate the movie I was going to want to check the book out and that was a very cool Edition they said they couldn't keep it on in stock in fact they had a couple phone calls about people asking if they had a copy before I got there

[@michaelj2276]

Gah! Where were you a week ago when I ordered the penguin Galaxy Edition! 😂 (Honestly, I just wish they'd release all 6 books in hardcover with reprinted dustjackets featuring the art from the late 70's / 80's... I'm sure you know the typeface I'm thinking of. Just *gorgeous*.)

[@NateNakao]

Oh man. Those editions were stunning. And yes, that font is synonymous with Dune. I hope they bring it back in some way!

[@daenerystargaryen]

You mean the ones illustrated by Bruce Pennington? Those were gorgeous

[@PatriotMapper]

I caught the Dune Fever with Dune: Part Two!

[@GandalfDaBrown]

11:40 what page is that so I know if it’s in mine. Mine does have one where Harah is spelled Harsh. Sucked to find but that B&N edition is my favorite. Looks and feels awesome.

[@NateNakao]

I don't remember. There were quite a few though.

[@murvo]

Good video, wish the background music was slightly lowered, or even removed.

[@liams.4529]

The deluxe can be found on Amazon for $25 just so you guys know.

[@xanticsofficial5857]

I was at the Montclair book centre today. Nice little place. Was tempted to compulsively buy a copy of god emperor but I'm kinda glad I didn't. way too overpriced.