Dune, by Frank Herbert
Yeah, I know it's a classic. But I had never read it, partly because I was intimidated by its massive size. So instead of reading it, I listened to the library's CD copy. It was far and away the highest quality audiobook I've ever heard; it's clear the book has a dedicated fan base to warrant such care four decades after its initial release.
As for the story, it's easy to see how it's managed to stick around. Such a lovingly wrought setting is a rare thing, and for a science fiction writer to display such word-craft is still a surprise. If, like me, you'd been putting it off, rest assured that the book is well worth the investment of time.
As for the story, it's easy to see how it's managed to stick around. Such a lovingly wrought setting is a rare thing, and for a science fiction writer to display such word-craft is still a surprise. If, like me, you'd been putting it off, rest assured that the book is well worth the investment of time.
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posted by Fred @ 1:13 PM
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How long did it take to listen to the whole thing? -Cari
A long time! I listened to it in the car over the course of maybe three weeks or so. The sequel's on its way and looks a lot shorter.
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