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.
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[@science8186]

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.

[@hewitc]

Most of the great classic science fiction books were written before the moon shot. Bradbury, Asimov, Heinlein, VanVogt, Wells, even Verne

[@gilbertoflores7397]

Well most books end up become derivatives of previous works, or become so strange to try and be orginal, that they aren't very good. Even though Dune is sort of an amalgamation of previous stories, just set in space.

[@yashovardhansingh2120]

Just a little factual correction- Luna 2, a Russian spacecraft, had landed on Moon in 1959 & efforts were in full swing for a manned mission to Moon, with the first successful landing by Apollo 11 in 1969... while the novel was first published in 1965. So, Herbert surely must have understood the implications. But yes, I agree that he was a visionary at least a century ahead oh his time.

[@whatevvaarr9602]

Which stories do you have in mind when you say Dune is an amalgamation of previous stories? I'd love to read them

[@gilbertoflores7397]

@@whatevvaarr9602 well dune is about a space Jesus/Moses who is raised to lead the chosen people into a rebellion to free the people with lots of political undertones and subtle cat and mouse games of miscommunication that was also the narrative of previous stories, using that miscommunication to progress the narrative. You could also kind of cite hamlet as a boy uncertain of his destiny must escape the new king's rule who nefariously took power from the king, his father, and after a growing up period returns for vengeance. Dune does seem like it's the foundation for lots of other books/works. But Dune and most other works for a long time, made their stories buy building off of previous stories or taking inspiration from history and setting it in a sci-fi fantasy world so they could hide their social commentary behind the fantastical elements of their story.

[@WDCallahan]

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

[@strtg3y3r]

W.D. Callahan this is the best comment I've ever seen.

[@MrTravisCS]

W.D. Callahan “if you want to be my kwisatz haderach, you got to pass my Gom Jabbar. Drink the water of life, friendship never ends!” The BG’s biggest hit.

[@JB-1138]

😆😅😂🤣

[@andrewcutler4513]

You, sir, just "won" KZbin! :D

[@worrywirt]

MrTravisCS the Bee Gees... omg

[@0xyg3n]

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

[@ha-kh7ef]

we had much older science fiction that that

[@fizipcfx]

@@ha-kh7ef i cant think of any earlier franchise as good as this one.

[@naxzx8662]

@@fizipcfx LotR maybe?

[@hyakkhi]

​@@naxzx8662 that's a fantasy

[@sebastianavila8435]

@@hyakkhi what about Ray Bradbury? most of his work is from the early 50´s

[@ramstab]

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

[@kingki1953]

The possibilities that could happen after Blade Runner universe happen

[@Alsemenor]

That isn't a new idea though. Karl Capek wrote about robot uprisings way back in the beginning of the 20th century. (Rossum's Universal Robots)

[@thetrickster9885]

AI was in the development since the 50s.

[@thetrickster9885]

AI was in the development since the 50s.

[@user-kn6bq5fm7e]

Don't forget stuff like ALPAC. The 60s were in some ways the first AI summer (the second being in the 80s and the third the current one)

[@xxxxxx5868]

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

[@baltofarlander2618]

In Dune it is not only perfectly normal to drive spaceships under the influence of drugs, it is necessary.

[@oscarlove4394]

its a little misunderstood by most people but the guild navigators just use spice to CALCULATE the routes their ships need to take. The ship engines fold space themselves using other sci-fi magic, not spice directly.

[@mori1bund]

@@oscarlove4394 Exactly! The "other sci-fi magic" is the Holtzman drive folding space/time.

[@giornogiovanna2008]

*w h a t*

[@pheunithpsychic-watertype9881]

Some are good some are bad. Drugs drugs drugs, ask your mom or ask your dad

[@Qiwsawaf]

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

[@MichaelSBaram]

Lol definitely XD

[@cesarpachon]

What a loss of moisture glasses are

[@KouNagai]

True

[@kadensmith6232]

I don’t get it

[@josephbrennan370]

@@kadensmith6232 it's a desert. So we must perform a bond of water. 👍

[@deepfictionanime]

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

[@katarinazivkovic3102]

The movie is so good! I watched it twice and I'm currently reading the book 😍

[@donamathew6311]

@@katarinazivkovic3102 me tooo

[@lordmike9384]

the movie covers like 20 percent of the events in book 1. dune would be better represented as an hbo series than movies.

[@Jobe-13]

@@lordmike9384 The director plans on making the 2nd movie about the next half of the book.

[@lordmike9384]

@@Jobe-13 it would still be presented as a show. so much from the book was left out. they also made the fremen biologist a girl in the movie when in the books its a man. thats woke hollywood for you ruining a good book.

[@ndogarakumbare9471]

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

[@Sinekel]

🍄

[@yousefsh7949]

@@Sinekelnot everyone depends on drugs and shrooms to be creative. Some talented people are creative without the use of drugs

[@Sinekel]

@@yousefsh7949 sorry buddy, but shrooms are THE reason Dune was created

[@garebaregoof4226]

@@yousefsh7949yes, and others swear by the use of drugs for their ideas/inventions. A couple of major people that credit drugs are Steve Jobs for his ideas and sir Francis crick (double helix discoverer)

[@thepastarat]

@@yousefsh7949 nobody DEPENDS on psychedelics for creativity, but they can be very insightful if you're already creative.

[@luminus9556]

Why you should read Dune: complex themes? No. You should read it because: Big worm

[@chrismahan]

obviously. Praise the Maker!

[@nicolasvelandia6376]

You should read it because drugs

[@wither5673]

correct. praise the maker!

[@thereal_m_t]

i'm gonna watch the film just for the worm

[@religious_headwear]

Shai-Hulud is a Expertly Crafted Creature.

[@throatwobblermangrove8510]

This is more of a synopsis of the storyline than an argument about why to read it.

[@MattMillerMacLeod]

True but it still convinced me to start reading it.

[@clownboyyyy]

its not a synopsis at all, its more like a synopsis of the first chapter lmao. what they explained is like not even a percent of the story

[@user-lp7tx1fe6t]

If this video doesn't make you want to read dune, then you were not going to like it anyway

[@Gadget-Walkmen]

@@user-lp7tx1fe6t do you like it?

[@user-lp7tx1fe6t]

@@Gadget-Walkmen yep

[@devleena7990]

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.

[@anonymouschicken20]

The movie is a great portal to the Dune universe. Anyone can watch it to get a sense of Dune but the ones who get interested, they want more than that and that's why the movie brings people easily to the book.

[@maishak06]

Omg, same! Even I got interested cause Zendaya and I saw the trailer and loved it so much and couldn't wait for the movie so ended up reading the book. Really the best experience

[@isaiahcolesanti275]

I read the book first, then I finished reading messiah, now I’m on Children of Dune. The movie to me has done the first half of the book justice for me, sure there were some minor stuff left out, but for the most part what makes it a succesful movie for me is how it respects Herbert’s vision of the universe he created.

[@archvaldor]

I liked the film but given the amount of time you have for a feature film it was completely impossible to get the complexity of the book across - and wisely they didn't try. It is however a great point of entry for potential readers.

[@Heny4Money]

Me too! And since reading the series, it has completely turned me away from star wars (which I was a huge fan of) now knowing that George Lucas borrowed so many ideas from Herbert

[@qtarokujo3694]

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

[@_herb]

@Nikki Lauren They're from history books written mostly by the Princess Irulan, royal consort of Paul Muad'Dib. These fictional history books were mostly written in the years between Dune and Dune: Messiah.

[@anonymouschicken20]

Those quotes add in the importance of Paul. It makes you feel like his life is immortal in the future of humanity, as if even after his death people still can see him and feel him because he has made a library of history books about him.

[@LiaaRo]

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

[@shonemumy]

"the sins of the fathers are visited upon the children"

[@VY-zt3ph]

Well of course it will be true. We are now destroying planet on an unimaginable scale whose pice will be paid by our grandchildren.

[@bobcob9248]

Dune was deep before it was cool

[@judgedbytime]

if by deep you mean one level removed from the surface

[@mendaxgames3311]

@@judgedbytime Imagine trying to downplay the impact of the novel like this lmao.

[@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.”

[@Anex]

Ok

[@cheesegod4695]

@@Anex maybe you should read the book first.

[@nicholasstancel]

One of the greatest quotes of all time. Truly brilliant.

[@dewpool5053]

wow they really put it in the teaser

[@dhaqabk4022]

Damn bruh

[@christopherkerns639]

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"!!

[@gustaflembre4191]

Okay! (!) 😃

[@ridetheboat]

@@gustaflembre4191 why is this funny XD

[@gustaflembre4191]

@@ridetheboat Lol I thought there were a bit many exclamation marks for someone having read dune😄

[@alvallac2171]

*advice (noun, rhymes with "rice") "Advise" is a verb that rhymes with "rise" and means "to give advice." Good job, though. Unlike the video, you gave an actual argument for why someone should read the book.

[@folasadeadedapo]

This is true! I would flatter myself and say I'm a strong reader, but I'm finding Dune a difficult read. Also it's a bit of a slow burn which is frustrating, I want the action to happen like right now. That being said it is an interesting book.

[@themannyzaur]

Sucks that KZbin 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

[@47eoghan47]

Diju like it

[@TachiFrypan]

Knit pick: Paul is described as "small for his 15 years". This animation Chad'ed him up a bit. XD

[@zdenekmutina2188]

As every movie attempt...

[@abnerdoon4902]

Apparently you can't be a hero unless you're a chad.

[@diealistair7093]

@@zdenekmutina2188 Until now, Timothy Chalemet definitely isn't built like a Chad on any level

[@haderacho3918]

@@diealistair7093 a bit stronger on the chad spectrum than a "small for a 15 year old" would be

[@styxonthesticks]

@@diealistair7093 he still looks older than most 15 year olds though

[@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.

[@E2rdzik]

same, did you read all of them including all prequels and sequels?

[@shivabreathes]

That is exactly how I felt when the Lord of the Rings movies first came out

[@lanceleader163]

You were cool before it was cool. I know that feeling.

[@troddy3925]

I've known about Dune since the 70's when I was a pre-teen with an older brother had it and read it. Although I've still never read it myself, after seeing Blade Runner 2049, I'm sure D.Villeneuve will do something amazing with it. So a part of me wants to read it now, some 40+ years after my Brother did. And in learning of some of the plot, it's hard to say if Herbert actually made all of it up, or, perhaps channeled much of the story from future facts? Not unlike the two authors who wrote similar books about the Titanic (or Titan) some 10-12 years before it was ever even built, both with the same tragic ending and eerily similar death toll and boat dimensions etc. Just a thought.

[@entasis704]

@@E2rdzik prequels?

[@utsabpandit4499]

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

[@aviation8168]

Same!

[@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.

[@zachmj797]

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!!

[@nicholasd8772]

Oh thank god. I am here trying to understand what I’m reading…thank you!

[@hydroweapon]

I saw the film last night and then got home and ordered the first book. Much looking forward

[@zagarna]

@i_am_the_dustin it is taxing and some of the latter ones are not that great, or so I've read... thing is the first one is perfect by itself and myself I love it so much I never read any of the following ones because I don't want it to get ruined:) mostly because I know that the Dune series wasn't initially planned out to be that long, it was only written after Dune itself was published

[@josepablomartinez-rendon9484]

I’m on chapter 3. The “St. Alia” chapter, I call it

[@MarkBlackRain]

English is not my mother language but I decided to give it a shot on it's original language cause spanish translations are terrible. I can say that Dune has become painful to read, can't even understand half of what am I reading... :(

[@justalilguy9713]

Fun fact: in the Fallout games, there are pills called Mentats that increase your intelligence. They're named after the people in this book.

[@valzalel5203]

I thought so... so do I qualify as a Mentat?

[@someoneontheinternet1317]

I guessed that as soon as I heard the word. Not lying.

[@valzalel5203]

@@someoneontheinternet1317 you must be a fellow mentat then

[@someoneontheinternet1317]

I completed Fallout 4 without using any drugs.

[@valzalel5203]

@@someoneontheinternet1317 is there an achievement for this or nah

[@Dada228822]

so why should you read it? This video is just a summary

[@johnwong8146]

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.

[@Bard23]

"A world is supported by four things...the learning of the wise, the justice of the great, the prayers of the righteous and the valor of the brave. But all of these things are as nothing...without a ruler who knows the art of ruling."

[@Knight192]

THE RIGHTEOUS!?!!??

[@marshmallowarkleseizure3742]

and all of this without good Wi-Fi is nothing

[@abhishekshukla8669]

My favourite quote

[@samchen9951]

@@marshmallowarkleseizure3742 HAHAHA OMG

[@Bard23]

@@aunih4579 it's a quote from Dune

[@Hana-gc9hf]

Stop already I only got 24 hrs a day. One life time isn't enough to read all these amazing Books 😫

[@TEDEd]

We feel this

[@Hana-gc9hf]

I love ted Ed. Thank-you very much 😁

[@manzijoel5224]

@@TEDEd I like how you are doing more literature and book review videos lately. Reminds me of old Ted Ed with things such as the review of Macbeth. These videos were like the original hooks for me onto this channel. Love the animations too. Lots of love, a great fan.

[@qthyt]

Just skip six other books and read Dune instead. You won't regret.

[@deweymonstersoutdooradventures]

You should put Dune on top of your list

[@lynette12]

So much Dune content popping up on my recommendations because of the movie. The visuals were amazing!

[@jerricandres6422]

I just watched Dune(2021) today. It was one of the best movies i've seen. The visuals, cinematography, story, the casts. The houses. I haven't read Dune but I think I will buy the first book. I just wish Denis Villenevue will continue making the next chapters of the movie. Atreidis! Atreidis!

[@lamaboy6971]

The movie was astonishing, really one of the best cinema experiences.

[@gustielteso]

I'm kind of hyped, here in my country will be released in two weeks, I don't want to get disappointed but they hype is inevitable

[@disvitkingner7250]

just watched it today and it was great imo

[@keane2160]

IT WAS AMAZINGG

[@mdvids]

is it bad that i found it boring? was waiting the whole time for something to happen. 😶

[@disvitkingner7250]

@@mdvids its fine if u find it boring man, everyone has their own opinion. I was expecting it to end this way so that's why I don't feel bored. Super excited for part 2 tho

[@metajaji4249]

I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past me I will turn to see fear's path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.

[@Jakubkolo2000]

Nice one

[@ItachiUchiha-ub2iu]

Is that a quote from the book Dunes?

[@metajaji4249]

Itachi Uchiha its the continuation of the opening quote, that was just the first line; my comment is the rest!

[@Tauney]

Very Nice! 😊❤👏

[@jrb1987]

The Litany Against Fear by the Bene Geserit.

[@slyphwing]

I’m obsessed with the animation in this! Full Dune animated series please!

[@atomicablue3509]

It's one of the greatest scifi series ever written. The world building is just incredible. Done with 1965 through 1985 Frank's 6-book series and the 15 books available (four trilogy prequel, filler stories in between and 2 books as sequel) by Brian and Kevin. Still waiting for up and coming 'The Heir of Caladan'.

[@bcnicholas123]

The movie was an excellent adaptation. I highly recommend everybody check it out

[@ethanhocking8229]

It gives a perfect rendering of the hero's journey. Excellent characters and plot development.

[@nclp1751]

Yes, I loved it. Can’t wait for the second one

[@TheDapperDirk]

I didn’t read the book before watching a movie and I think it did a terrible job of being able to recruit new fans. This KZbin vid did a better job at a prologue than the movie

[@maxxysitlhou6266]

Yeah its nostalgic as well my father would still watch it

[@lamelrose7699]

@@TheDapperDirk the thing is bro you can't make it longer see what happens when you cram a lot you get the old dune that flopped cause it had too much content but the new dune is perfect as it gave enough content without cramming the book

[@Yoni123]

"why you should read dune? " *explains dunes plot * yeah... That's not how you're supposed to do this

[@commandercaptain4664]

"Why you should read Dune" *spoils the story* "There, you just read Dune" That's like jumping to the end of the book. Had to cut it off quick.

[@twistedtachyon5877]

There's only one thing here that could really be considered a meaningful spoiler. That said, it didn't really tell me why Dune is great and you should read it, either. This felt kinda like reading a book cover.

[@hallucy2215]

@@commandercaptain4664 keep wasting time u have a lifetime for that

[@JC-bf9zm]

You saved me from typing the same thing. I kept waiting and waiting for the answer to the question...

[@saraamw]

yes, I think history credits was better when they made a video about dune

[@YourOldGrandpa720]

Just finished reading through the whole book (appendices and all)! Was persuaded to read it after watching Villanueve’s Dune, and I am thoroughly happy I did - very interesting read and as a fan of Star Wars, it was cool seeing another science fiction take. Plan on starting Dune Messiah soon!

[@benyseus6325]

US Government in 2003 invasion: “My desert, my Iraqis, my crude.”

[@nightmonster8690]

Is anybody else excited for the upcoming film adaption directed by Denis Villeneuve?

[@PTNLemay]

Absolutely. He's got a great track record. I'm really curious to see what he makes of it.

[@jukaa1012]

He well make the best Movie possible out of this...

[@XerosXIII]

cant wait!

[@jaysun4069]

After watching The King on netflix a few weeks ago Im convinced and more excited than ever

[@ElRadioDJ913]

He's a master when I saw Prisoners and Blade Runner 2049.

[@eb6195]

The first novel "Dune" by Frank Herbert was originally published in 1965. I first read it in the 1970's and was facinated by it. Herbert was so far ahead of his time that the novel still resonates today as noted by the comments.

[@willholmau]

I read it during the 70's also. Like others here I found it hard going for awhile, constantly going back to clarify what I was reading. Don't forget back then we had no internet or KZbin etc to get the answers we needed , which makes it it easier to understand . Still one of the best books I have ever read.

[@Fogblitz]

You two sure were lucky to be the witnesses of great books while they were coming out. I’ve recently started reading the books, and I’m hooked!

[@Frame_Late]

It resonated because Frank Herbert literally pioneered modern science fiction. Many other creators like George Lucas and Rick Priestley as well as groups like Bungie based their own universes on Dune's. The man was a visionary.

[@lindasfree1]

Same here. I tracked down all his books before the internet made it easy. The Dosadi Experiment & Whipping Star are 2 of my favorites.

[@eugene1797]

There are very few epic science fiction novels out there which works as a portal to another world. Dune is definitely one of them and you fill it differently depends on your age, of course that valid for many good novels, but Dune at age of 15 and age of 30+ like two different novels.

[@josephbrennan370]

Wow I'm currently reading this and then you bring out this video and didn't give the plot away. Thanks. And as always excellent animation

[@heathenfire]

How is it? I love science fiction and I've read many modern science fiction books. I find older books to be very slow and boring. Is dune like this?

[@echoes6645]

Dhruva Narayan it’s been a while since I’ve read it, so I might be remembering incorrectly, but I enjoyed the pacing. There were never really times that nothing was happening and it didn’t feel too rushed for the amount of world building it has

[@josephbrennan370]

@@heathenfire the beginning is slow. I won't lie about that. It is also hard to understand the words and stuff so you have to keep going to the back of the book. But once the atreides have been on arrakis for a bit then things start to get more interesting and then you understand the vocabulary they use frequently. Honestly it has been really good so far.

[@jukaa1012]

@@heathenfire some books are slow, some are not, but if you like Sci Fi there is nothing better than Dune for you

[@XCM666]

@@josephbrennan370 I'm also currently reading and at about 20%. I completely agree with what you said. I find the beginning quite slow and confusing, with all the unfamiliar vocabulary, that is easy to confuse and hard to remember. But the last few chapters have been good, I'm starting to get into it.

[@nathanb6882]

"Space Witches" yeah I'm nerd and that's my "say no more" definitely going to give it a read

[@Bheem161]

if you want real space witches you should read the prequels though

[@Le-cp9tr]

Wait until you discover 40k and have to deal with the Witch Hunters

[@Archonsx]

Dune is a bad book.

[@echoes6645]

Archons any reasons why?

[@spiffo5349]

You won't regret it You'll be cracking open Sci-fi's GOAT

[@leticiaantun8680]

I love everything about this animation!! The colors are beautiful!

[@spkzesty]

its literally so good, i started reading not 2 months ago and I'm halfway through the third book, i dont usually read at alll. If you're into small details while reading this is def a must read. The world is so incredible and detailed i cant stop reading :DD

[@axolotls_are_cute7799]

Ted Ed: Read Dune. Me: *Say no more.*

[@SonicluNerdGamer]

Me: oh the book I have read once a year the last 5 years and that I have already read this year? Hum, and only 9 days to do so? Sure why not

[@cliffordduhh45]

I saw the title of this video, went and read the book with no knowledge of the plot and without watching the video. Just finished. Incredible.

[@albertamalachi3560]

3:05 to 3:27 "What's in the box?" "Pain."

[@ijuice5641]

I somehow read it as "pants"

[@albertamalachi3560]

@@ijuice5641 "What's in the box?" "Pants" "Excuse me?" "I got them at a discount. I bought a pair for you. It's in the box." _puts hand inside box_ "It's not there!" "Fooled ya!"

[@SethGames]

Put your hand in the box.

[@koatam]

These pants will prove your humanity.

[@warpartyattheoutpost4987]

The Bene Gesserit Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.

[@RomaOldWays]

Much light is shed on the first book, I'm glad that the 6 book saga was mentioned here. Excellent read. Leto being one of the most complex characters I've come across.

[@Freqsheux]

Ive always wanted to get into this world. I just got the book on audible. It really inspires me to keep writing my own novel I've been working on. I love this kind of complex and in depth world building. This video made me even more excited. Thx m8!

[@DoodleDan]

You should make a full animated series of this book with this exact narrator. Everyone would watch it

[@TheSICKandTheCRAZY]

wow

[@georgiraykov5223]

There is a really cool full story series on youtube

[@santiagomolano9728]

i really hate this guys voice,

[@vijayanand9710]

@@georgiraykov5223 where.. link?

[@emmahart1549]

@@santiagomolano9728 lol i used to, but then i binge watched WAYY too many ted videos and now i rlly like a's voice im too lazy to spell his full name

[@DG-gx4sg]

"Why should you read “Dune” by Frank Herbert" Proceeds to tell the entire plot of the book instead of actual reasons to read it. edit: I've come back to this comment to say that I may have exaggerated in saying that it spoils a lot. It doesn't reveal any big plot points at all but gives loads of background information about the universe that I think you'll be better off finding out straight from the book instead, if you want a fresh, new experience. But if you still want to watch the video, that's fine, it doesn't ruin anything big. Dune is the best sci-fi/fantasy book I've ever read and I hope you all enjoy it too, especially if you're reading it for the first time to prepare for the new movie adaptation coming soon. It's gonna be so good

[@22Kyu]

Haha, yes!! wish it was a little more teasing and blurb-ish and a little less plot reveling way they did in this vid 😅

[@NilaR93]

Thank you for this comment, I was 30 seconds in and was like: are they gonna tell me the whole plot??? 😂

[@Belegor]

Wanted to send this to friends, to get them to read dune but even if there is still much that remains unsaid in this Video Dune more than other Books challenges the reader to piece together themselves what is going on which I found highly rewarding. So I am probably not gonna Show them this Video.

[@MrSpruce]

That's what all these "Why you should read X" videos are, and it's pretty annoying...

[@Astralmess]

1 minute in and I also realized it. Thanks for the comment.

[@levisjackson7780]

Im still shocked how Frank Hebert wrote the best sci-fi novel in 1965

[@Thufir861]

I’ve read all 6 of Frank Herbert’s Dune books and it was a most exhilarating experience! The intellectual and philosophical depth of the dialogues and concepts within the book were beyond anything I ever imagined possible - so profound that wherever in the book I left off to go to bed, my mind would simulate possible unfoldings of the plot in my dreams. It’s up there with LOTR and Chronicles on Narnia for me. Top top work of fiction.

[@mdraj5655]

Don't forget TSOIAF

[@protoman9ji]

So did it make you want to read the Quran?

[@Thufir861]

@@protoman9ji Unfortunately, No. contrary to what you may have heard about the books, it actually makes very little allusions to the Quran. In fact, it makes a lot more references to the Catholic Bible and Buddhism. At a later part, there is even a little congregation of Jews who defy all odds of annihilation by a berserk force known as the honored matres. It’s a perfect, all-rounded work of fiction.

[@MultiTrickster121]

@@Thufir861 Having read the first book I can say there are a ton of Islamic inspirations taken as well as Persian, as well numerous Arabic / Islamic words

[@Thufir861]

@@MultiTrickster121 I hope you enjoyed it though. Read the remaining books; you certainly will not regret it.

[@Raist474]

Dune is the Lord of the Rings of Science-Fiction.

[@greenergrass4060]

Ooohhh im intrigued. Now that the most recent Starwars movies are largely disliked, i bet this is Dune's time to shine !

[@aaquibtayyabi]

I read somewhere that the guy who watched the first few minutes of the movie says that this movie is going to blow our minds the way LOTR, Star Wars and Harry Potter did when we first saw it.

[@fernandozavaletabustos205]

I thought that was Discworld universe.

[@jacekszostak2401]

Dune (book) is much more We don't really have such things anywhere around. Maybe some philosophical works

[@khazretshafiev592]

To me that title belongs to Isaac Asimov's Foundation. Dune is still great tho, definitely worth reading.

[@Yeorl]

"When I am weaker than you, I ask you for freedom because that is according to your principles; when I am stronger than you, I take away your freedom because that is according to my principles." One thing that blew me away about Frank Herbert's work is all the philosophical insight crammed into the chapter openers. It's like Plato's Republic in space meets organized religion and the oil crisis in the middle East wrapped into one story that takes place over thousands of years. Never read anything else like it.

[@mstandenberg1421]

Jug Head you got a score or two of likes, versus the thousands of same talking about how ‘cool’ it is. Most people have no clue just how profound the undercurrent of ideas within his story truly is.

[@Yeorl]

@@mstandenberg1421 Funny that's probably precisely why philosophy has to be presented as fiction.

[@abid4348]

Interesting comment. I'm just getting into the book now, but I'm curious to hear if you've read any other fiction books that have philosophical insights as well (i'm a beginner reader just trying to improve my reading)

[@sanderbregman9444]

@@abid4348 Almost any fiction that uses religion as a theme will do this to an extent. The entire Dune series is chock full of interesting philosophical insights, but the first book is the most gripping in my opinion. There's tons and tons of fiction out there with philosophical discussions and themes, although not as many will be heavy-handed with philosophy as Dune is. Generally, look for authors with a religious background but open minded views. Most recently, I read Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson, which is extremely different from Dune in many many ways. However, it uses philosophy to build the characters (philosophical discussions between characters, a character who's memorized over 200 religions, etc). Start with Dune, decide what you liked about it, and look around and see what you find!

[@vsssa1845]

@@abid4348 * Malazan Book Of The Fallen *. It's THE most philosophically insightful fantasy fiction i have come across. Maybe add this your list and read it when you think you're past beginner level. Since, the series demands commitment.

[@michaelpitts9762]

Dune was deeply inspirational in my own book writing

[@FilMeFr]

You the bishop one?

[@micahbigler314]

YEAHHAHA

[@Bobalicious]

Dune is one of my favorite books. It's a rich, complex and fascinating read. I've read it many times and it's the one book that has effected my life the most.

[@shaikhwasif6643]

TED-Ed on a 'Why should you read...' spree! Don't stop.

[@Ben_Mdws]

Less “why you should read”, more “here’s the plot…”

[@airlogg879]

It only the plot of maybe the first chapter or two

[@lampyrisnoctiluca9904]

To me it is more the book about betrayal after betrayall and trying to think a step ahead of anyone else. It is about lusing yourself just to get ahead in chess like game that is influencing the life of everybody. Scary.

[@tomperrin9563]

My thoughts exactly! I just read the book, I know the story. I want to know why I should read this above all other books out there!

[@mustafabozan2133]

it’s called a Lore Primer to get people interested

[@D__R__W]

I have read every single Dune book ever printed. It is one of the most complex societal ecosystems within literature.

[@geneticjen9312]

I've always really liked this great video but I've never understood the title. It's a brief introduction to the world of Dune, rather than a video on why you should read it

[@abdullahx4908]

Dune Inspiration for Star Wars and Game of Thrones Coming this year by the visionary director of Blade Runner 2049, Arrival and Sicario

[@changsiah2]

and warhammer 40k as well

[@MrJordwalk]

Denis Villeneuve said, when interviewed earlier in the film's development, that this is the film he had wanted to make ever since becoming a filmmaker. He became obsessed with the series after reading the first book when he was 15 and so, I think this is going to be his true Magnum Opus!

[@Kenspiracy664]

@@changsiah2 I just read Dune for the first time last month and it blew my mind how much of 40k is flat out Dune. Im not complaining though its given me a new appreciation for both.

[@MrJordwalk]

@Joseph Paul Yeah, it was. Lucas borrowed A LOT.

[@shaiktanveer]

@@MrJordwalk dune was inspiration for terminator films as well

[@abcdefgh-rq3gq]

He who controls the memes controls the universe.

[@trueworldprince3939]

*presses buttons*

[@trueworldprince3939]

@Ennesimo Chierici singularity jesus freedom love peace music cocain he man alpha and omega ... God.

[@Rodspulloff]

The memes must flow

[@eb6195]

Check out the "Fear is the mind killer" meme.

[@tradeka4206]

I’m so glad I read lord of the rings many times before I discovered dune. That prepared me pretty well for figuring out a bunch of complicated words and names. I’m about 200 pages in to the first book right now and I’m really enjoying it. I’ve been flipping to the glossary a lot but I feel like I have a very good understanding of everything that’s important right now and I’ll probably end up re reading it and get to the finer points anyway. I always read books multiple times if I enjoy them and this is looking like it will be one of those. I hope the rest of the series will be this good, I’ve heard it gets slow in the later books

[@limsy8331]

Watched this video before watching Dune and rewatching this video after watching DUNE 2 today

[@SM-bc8sw]

Anyone here after seeing the teaser images?

[@anatine_banana_69]

the what?

[@griffithdidnothingwrong462]

Shreshth Mukund They released some teaser photos of Timothy Challet

[@user-lp7tx1fe6t]

Read the book

[@niyaboyd3805]

Yes read the book first

[@bluevms10]

@@griffithdidnothingwrong462 ah yes, the famous Timothy Challet ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

[@domjkof5327]

Watching this after the movie is absurd: the animation is EXACTLY like the movie! (I don't know if at that time there were images of the movie to come, but this is quite astounding)

[@erischama1922]

I know right? It is absolutely crazy

[@domjkof5327]

@@erischama1922 Indeed! Haha

[@Tokashiza]

it shows you that Denis Villeneuve has so much love for this book that he did not want to change anything, he tried his best to stick to the book's descriptions.

[@yandrak4621]

@@Tokashiza Weird idea of not wanting to change anything when the whole traitor plot got removed and Jessica (one of the best characters in the book) got turned into a crying annoying mess.

[@tommyblade8093]

wait the new movie dune have alr released? was it any good? or just read the book lol

[@refundreplay]

Good book. Read it twice because someone left it at my first Warehouse job. I saw it collecting dust on the fridge and didn't look back.

[@secondsonofkrypton]

Fun fact: George Lucas got the idea of Tatooine from Dune

[@thecollector4332]

Second Son Of Krypton George Lucas got a lot from Dune. It was one of his main inspirations alongside valerian, Flash Gordon, the hero’s journey archetype, Shakespeare and King Arthur.

[@couqueza4169]

Lol he got damn near everything from dune

[@williamcase426]

no wai

[@skoomamuch356]

also got ideas from japanese film "Hidden Fortress"

[@applecrow8]

Also fun fact: Frank considered Star Wars a rip off and reference 3-po items as cheap knock offs. That said I love both

[@earth7636]

Dune is one of the books I always come back too, especially when I'm having trouble in my life. You escape and become lost in the world Herbert created.

[@johnlocke2502]

hi, do you know origins of these words: arrakis, atreides

[@anonymouschicken20]

It's like the characters are talking to you and sitting next to you, it makes you feel like you really are in another world.

[@TARUNAKASH1992]

I tell you man, in far future this book will/may turn into a real religion. I mean it has all the right contents. Makes me wonder, coming from a religion of ramayan and Mahabharat and purans, are all our religious books supposed to be mere novels in the beginnings. We now turn to them for insights, treat them as sacred, but we're they just for recreation originally? I think it's more about relating to the characters in books and films and situations and insights and tragedies that makes books or films really popular. So much that some of them transcend into divinity.

[@Toasttoasttoasttoast]

What funny timing for this to get recommended! I went to Barnes & Noble yesterday and picked it up since I’ve been looking to read it for a bit, really good book so far!

[@Droid3455]

After watching dune 2 I'm getting recommend these type of videos, tbf it makes me want to read the books

[@grmph]

TED has been blessing us with all these book videos

[@Lu-KN]

_Why should you read “Dune” by Frank Herbert?_ *Because it is awesome.*

[@user-ep4ez6ff7f]

I don't think so.Dune has a lot of mistakes in plot . Someone find this book boring

[@censored3839]

@@user-ep4ez6ff7f Really?. I underdstand boring because its slow paced but im interested in plot holes ive only read the first book because apparently the others not as good but i dont spot much plot holes

[@maxiapalucci2511]

I just think this book focused on the wrong areas.

[@josephkreifelsii3734]

@@user-ep4ez6ff7f It seems to have its plot holes and conveniences, but every story does.

[@josephkreifelsii3734]

@@censored3839 I can't remember them without reading the book over again, and if anyone wants to hide from spoilers, stop reading this comment now. There was a moment where the Baron says he can't stick around for Paul and Jessica's death so he can truthfully say he doesn't know what happened to them with questioned by the Reverend Mother. However, it's established earlier that Paul and Jessica both have the ability to detect half truths. The Baron knows his men were left to kill them, so he'd telling half truths about their murders/disappearances. He didn't directly kill them, but he ordered their execution and knows they were to be executed. In the same situation, his men think to drop them in the desert so there is no evidence of their bodies. Ok... But why do they need to do this with them alive? They could kill them first, and then drop their bodies off to be eaten. In a universe with space travel, they could have hidden the dead bodies anywhere. They didn't need to be dropped shortly outside the shieldwalls. Not sure why they were so concerned over the bodies. Plus, I miss the point where hiding evidence of their death was even necessary, considering they didn't hide the fact that the Harkonnens were responsible for the Duke's death. Everyone knew the Duke was going to be betrayed by a traitor, but no one had 24/7 watch on him? It was too easy for Yueh to get to him.... Way too easy. The entire assassination plot was poorly done and easily avoidable. The only good plot in all of it was the Harkonnens had Sardaukar secretly in their ranks. This isn't a plot hole per se, but the explanation for the Emperor wanting the Atreides dead isn't good enough for me. Oh, and it's said the Freman are bribing the spaceguild to keep weather satellites out of orbit. If the Freman have direct communication with the guild, and if they can bargain such a feat, why can't the Freman buy infinite water for spice? Except for Arrakis, water can be found literally anywhere for nothing. It would cost the guild literally nothing to find nearby planets with water, harvest it, and transport it in trade for spice, which is much more expensive and deadlier to obtain.

[@seethagroup]

I watched the movie after seeing this video for a longtime, this is spot on, Nice work TED-Ed.

[@rosssims7224]

This is my first video of yours I’ve ever seen, and I’m very impressed. I think you could convince me to read anything 😂. I typically don’t like watching videos with voiceover but this was amazing. I’ll definitely check out the rest of your channel!

[@mohitkatiyar7136]

who came here after watching dune movie trailer?

[@ategabbysev2993]

me man

[@squakswuak2692]

ategabby sev this video actually makes me hyped up for the movie

[@roseywinter]

Heeeeey *waves*

[@Black_pearl_adrift]

Yes sir

[@harshitjain1809]

That'll be me!!

[@naughtymonkey1563]

Read the Trilogy: Dune, Children of Dune, Dune Messiah.. it's all one big story and it's all essential to develop a full understanding of the story arc. Trust me :)

[@elisam.2896]

Arent there like 7 books? I only ever read the first one, but I thought there were many more.

[@naughtymonkey1563]

@@elisam.2896 There are many, yes. But the original trilogy are the best, by far. There are many others, not all authored by Frank Herbert.

[@knurdyob]

isn't dune messiah the 2nd and children of dune the 3rd though?

[@naughtymonkey1563]

@@knurdyob Yes lol. Been a while since I read them 😁

[@ballin1006]

@@elisam.2896 true

[@GuineaPigEveryday]

Ted-Ed, thanks for this video, although I'd heard of Dune a lot beforehand, this video is what really convinced me to give it a try, and goddamn it was worth it. Love you art style, your book reviews also got me inspired to read War and Peace, and made it seem a lot more accessible than I thought it was. Both books seem extremely daunting but once you get into them you're hooked. Weirdly enough I watched the 84 Extended version first, then the book. The recent 2021 film is absolutely spectacular, not only a masterclass of filmmaking and big epic productions that use CGI (but also practical effects) effectively, that clearly work with the VFX artists rather than just exploit them. But its also one of the best adaptations that a book-fan could've asked for. Ofc the future holds possible different interpretations but this is really one of the best, and the Villeneuve style works very well. I mean he knew what needed to be included and not to go overboard (Jodorowsky is a cool artist, but that movie was never and could never exist in reality).

[@tyle_przegrac2258]

Nice animations and essential knowledge needed to start adventure with this book. Good job

[@poweroffriendship2.0]

0:42 *The greatest Plot Twist in Dune:* _IT'S THE ALASKAN BULL WORM!!!_

[@jukaa1012]

That is an actual reference to Dune yes

[@wutang9641]

We should take Arrakis and push it somewhere else!

[@merrittanimation7721]

_Wormsign_

[@Tauney]

Lmao! Right! You're out there harvesting your spice and all of the sudden it's "Tremors."

[@someoneontheinternet1317]

Tauney Elysia, I see what you did there.

[@jessepinkman3075]

That animator is so good 👏

[@trueworldprince3939]

ty :)

[@TheSICKandTheCRAZY]

@@trueworldprince3939 are you for real? Blown away, you really got the feel mood everyting! do you have an Insta?

[@ritikthakur6261]

The movie was amazing, greatly made with best sound tracks

[@malcolmlagares8245]

Wow, loved this. Excellent synopsis of a Classic.

[@charlesc2095]

Every time the book mentions "he/she tried to swallow in a dry throat" I feel like I'm at the brink of dying from thirst. Both due to the setting, and the situation that's currently occuring.

[@kaashyapmithra7430]

If you die, can I have your water?

[@chaz3196]

FR! and when they bleed or cry and the first thing they think is 'what a waste of water' it makes me remember just how precious water is on arrakis

[@tygrenvoltaris4782]

especially the word: stillgar swallowed, paul swallowed or anyone swallowed when hearing about the other replies

[@anonymouschicken20]

I wish that we could read with closed eyes. This would make our surroundings disappear and the book to overtake with the descriptions of its places as it makes the darkness in our closed eyes make something out of our imagination.

[@madhubunny120]

Should I read the book or watch the movie ?

[@rockymachine]

Can't wait to see Denis Villeneuve's take on this.

[@damone70]

Nope. Weak.

[@KamikoAi]

YES!

[@FordaAnt]

Same! Hope it's as great as Blade Runner

[@Big_Llama]

He can do no wrong, I have faith in him haha

[@bofad6074]

im absolutely terrified but hopping for the best

[@deanmccurdy45]

I can't begin to explain how this video has changed my life. Dune has become such as central part of my life now, if you don't know what I'm doing I'm probably reading dune, I find myself always being expired by these videos and exploring books that I wouldn't have given a chance because of it. Thank you. :)

[@mysteryspy7]

Watching this video after seeing the Dune Part two on big screen feels so surreal!

[@zaphodbeeblebrox3494]

Dune is arguably the greatest sci fi novel ever written

[@DoomStarRequiem]

It is.. Modern sci-fi franchises owe their existence to dune.

[@subhashchenna7543]

Are you talking about the first novel or the entire series?

[@judahdsouza9196]

"arguably"

[@ripcord93]

hi, i am not much of a reader, and let alone this is the first sci-fi book i'm reading.. i read a reddit thread the other day that this shouldn't be the first sci fi book , let alone to a reader like me who just hardly reads one book a year. BUT, today i got my book and am being nervous and intimidated about strating it. should i go for it ?

[@zaphodbeeblebrox3494]

@Marshall Banana hahah... that's kinda true....hope it is going to change this year with Denis Villeneuve 's adaptation.

[@nikolavetnic3088]

Thank you for stating the fact that the Dune series consists of SIX books.

[@yoanraggoo1876]

hey man! wanted to start the series but was kind of lost. Can maybr tell me in which order should i read them?

[@rishabdevaiah6904]

@@yoanraggoo1876 you can read them in publishing order , works for most

[@PaulSchober]

@@yoanraggoo1876 I'd suggest stopping after the first 3.

[@ashleycorp349]

@@PaulSchober No, at least read the fourth one too. It's the best one in the series

[@PaulSchober]

@@ashleycorp349 You're right. I forgot about God Emperor. Stop after that one. :)

[@Zentabes]

I've read the entire series my whole life, as a child. Life changer to me.

[@2hot1]

i just watched the re-run today! Can't wait for Part 2 to come out on March 1st

[@goroakechi8577]

US government: You guys got spice. We will send you some democracy.

[@vipitoachumi3707]

Lmfao

[@AmanPatel-ye6im]

*Sand would be more appropriate lol

[@greyfoxnola]

Har de har

[@marysargent3583]

Reading Dune now! as an English major I wished I had read this in a class and had lectures on it. So many good themes to break down and papers to write

[@percyweasley9301]

Can I ask what job you want to do as English major? I'm also Eng major.

[@marysargent3583]

@@percyweasley9301 lol funny you should ask. I’m actually a product designer but skills from studying English comes in handy

[@percyweasley9301]

@@marysargent3583 Ok thanks, they don't ask for exra skills? English degree is enough?

[@marysargent3583]

@@percyweasley9301 yeah they do. youll need to learn about designing for websites and applications, html/css basics (emphasis on basics) and a little bit about the product development process. You can either teach yourself this stuff or go the boot camp route. I did it through general assembly but there are a bunch more out there that are known in the tech community.

[@percyweasley9301]

@@marysargent3583 Thanks 🙏🙏

[@user-pm7ng5hd3m]

I’m obsessed with the animation in this! Full Dune animated series please!. The movie was astonishing, really one of the best cinema experiences..

[@legendarywizardsoul2127]

just watched the dune part 2 today it was phenomenal.

[@thehedgehogsdilemma9478]

“HE WHO CONTROLS THE SPICE, CONTROLS THE UNIVERSE!!!!!!!!”

[@oscarlizarraga8395]

I think that today that applies to data and Zuckerberg is the most powerful mf right now

[@mariemagat7693]

He who is obsessive with the spice-is addicted.

[@liverbadgers]

Copied from rick and morty S3E01 “he who controls the pants controls the galaxy”

[@cegda5886]

He who can destroy a thing, has control over that thing

[@whuspr]

Old Spice makes you feel POWERFUL.

[@badrudinelias]

Listen, dreams make good stories, but everything important happens when we're awake, because that's where we make things happen. Duncan Idaho. The movie has some serious convos and amazing cinematography.

[@charles___]

Only if he had listened to him

[@aryandixit229]

It is a must-read. It is one of the best novels I have ever read. It almost feels like you are teleported to another world with the vivid imagery and creativity while also appealing to our internal humanity.

[@nickthereaderandwanderer]

One of the best sci-fi novels ever written: character, psychology, metaphor, imagery, belief, politics, authority, journey, and the world itself all function to create the remarkable narrative that it is. It’s a very extensive novel with lots of detail- some of which are difficult to understand at first. But there are so many themes addressed in it that still hold relevance. I’m glad that I read it and finished it.

[@sryan9547]

How the heck does someone come up with this stuff.

[@DanielMoraArrieta]

History and tales, specially from the middle east. Nothing comes from just imagination. Imagination is necessary tho, for twisting stories into a new one.

[@lanceleader163]

Spice. Lots of spice.

[@ormand3000]

Clairvoyance

[@kellymathews6615]

Studying Dunes in Oregon.

[@judgedbytime]

don't go to american schools in the late 20th and early 21st century

[@ayman-hosny1]

I've translated this video into Arabic language for TEDTalks, hoping its words to be useful for all Arabic audience and others who are interested in at all. Thank you TED!