God Emperor of Dune (Dune Chronicles, Book 4) by Frank Herbert
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Book Reviews of God Emperor of Dune (Dune Chronicles, Book 4)
Book Review: One of the pinnacles of human creativity!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the fourth of the magnificent dune chronicles.It is amazing that the first three were masterpieces ,but this borders on something even greater,a book of nearly divine wisdom and beauty.No human has created a better work of art in recorded history (save the sistine chapel).This book encompasses all that is important in life ,and shows it to you through the vastly visionary eye,of Leto atredies ,the God of the universe.This book will give you sympathy for the roll of God,which we so often despise for petty reasons,not even realising the lonliness and sacrifice required ,to be the ruler of all existence.
Should be required reading in all highschools and colleges,along with the other 5 books.
If frank herbert was not divinely inspired,then he is the greatest single writer,in the history of the world.
Book Review: Fantastic
Summary: 5 Stars
Every time I am perusing through a bookstore and I happen to see this particular book in Herbert's Dune series, I pick it up and flip through the pages remembering the awesome moments that happened during the God Emperor's reign over Dune.
This book is a testament to love, love denied, love incapable, and love misunderstood. It's the story of someone who's love can never be comprehended unless it's gift can be shared for 3 millenniums.
I completely recommend God Emperor of Dune...but truth be told, if you wanted to end with the Dune series on a 100% positive note, I might recommended leaving the series on this book. Although the next two were good, they did not leave the same impression that this, and the previous books in the series did.
Book Review: Holds Up For A Second Reading.
Summary: 5 Stars
I am reading this book for the second time, and I hope that I can convince a few of you to read this book for the first time.
Other reviews summarize the plot, so I won't duplicate. In this book, Frank Herbert succeeds in creating a character--Leto the God Emperor--who will linger on in the reader's mind for years. In essence, Leto's plight suggests that knowledge may well bring power, but it might also bring an unimaginable melancholy (Leto's love for Hwi is so touching that it is difficult to read).
I should warn you that you should read the first three books in the series befor you read this one. Still, the first three books in the series are only slightly less brilliant than this one, so the task is not a painful one.
Book Review: In-depth character exploration, a great Dune book
Summary: 5 Stars
This book delves into the psyche and experiences of Leto II, a tragic and powerful figure that is both very human and very far removed from humanity. We get a detailed picture of Leto's mind, his sacrifices and his goals, but we also get other memorable characters, such as the everpresent aide Moneo and the latest Duncan Idaho ghola. I feel this Dune novel's epic expanse was much more within Leto II's mind than the galaxy-spanning intrigue of other Dune books, but the plotting and scheming of other factions is definitely still here.The mix of character depth, emotional and political conflict, and the vast scope of Leto II's life and influence make this an unforgettable read and great installment in the Dune series.
Book Review: Great novel
Summary: 5 Stars
Well ... to restate what quite a few others have already said ... this book is not an action novel. There is very little in the way of battle scenes and you'll probably find it lacking in chases, shoot outs, and dogfights in outer space. thank god. Thank god Frank Herbert had enough guts to write a novel that didn't click right into one of the cliched niches of science fiction, a novel that addresses vaster issues than the usual protagonist + antagonist + conflict + iron will of the protagonist overcomes all = resolution. I highly recommend this book to anyone who's mature enough to remain interested in a novel that doesn't stress military conflict or cute gimmicks ... just good concept and writing.