[KarlInOhio]

I said it was "pretty good" not great. The Dune series is great...............

I agree. However on a recent rereading, I was rooting for the emperor and against the Atreides jihad. Hmmm, I wonder why?

[gymbeau]

That’s funny! I’m nearly finished rereading Dune after about 30 years and I’ve noticed the same things you’re undoubtedly talking about. Those Fremen and their society are certainly reminiscent of some earthlings who are being a tad bothersome these days, aren’t they? :-)

And I liked Battlefield Earth, too (I even enjoyed the movie). It’s a tale of one brave human being who is responsible for the overthrow of an evil empire that’s strangling the galaxy. Not the greatest sci-fi novel, but a good one. Way to go, Mitt!’

Cheers
Jim