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The Spice Must Flow: The Story of Dune, from Cult Novels to Visionary Sci-Fi Movies by Ryan Britt traces how Dune became the phenomena it is, from books to TV shows and films. Mr. Britt is a “geek-culture expert”, writer, editor, and teacher.
- 288 pages
- Publisher : Plume
- Language : English
- ISBN-10 : 0593472993
My rating for The Spice Must Flow – 4
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Thoughts:
Even though I’ve never read Dune by Frank Herbert, I did enjoy the movies and show. I tried to read the book but was unsuccessful. However, I know that eventually I’ll get there.
In The Spice Must Flow, author Ryan Britt examines the influence of the beloved series in all forms of media. Art, music, politics, extended universe, and the inspiration it provided to such luminaries as David Lynch and George Lucas.
Mr. Britt had access to many people for this behind-the-scenes look. The leading actors of the shows and films, as well as those in the publishing industry. Mostly, however, Dune has been one of the first successful works of art concerned with ecology and climate change.
It is obvious that the author is very dedicated and excited about the book’s subject. He is also a good and enthusiastic writer that kept my attention without going on tangents or supplying too much fan-service. He does not judge the works in any media form, even the books written by Herbert, his son Brian Herbert, or Kevin J. Anderson who continued the series.
The book looks at the sci-fi market, the green movement, publishing, studio politics, as well the characters in the book. I enjoyed this book as a well-written, informative guide to the Dune universe in all its form.
One does not need to be a fan, or have knowledge of any of the stories before reading this book, even though it will certainly help. If you’re looking for an insightful crash course before delving into this huge universe, this will do it.
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