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The Science of "Dune". An Unauthorized Exploration into the Real Science Behind Frank Herbert's Fictional Universe.
Kevin R. . Ed(S): Grazier
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Description for The Science of "Dune". An Unauthorized Exploration into the Real Science Behind Frank Herbert's Fictional Universe.
Paperback. Editor(s): Grazier, Kevin R. Series: Psychology of Popular Culture. Num Pages: 232 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: APF; FL; PDZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 229 x 17. Weight in Grams: 410.
Delving into the world of Dune, this guide offers fascinating scientific speculation on topics including physics, chemistry, ecology, evolution, psychology, technology, and genetics. It also scrutinizes Frank Herbert's science fiction world by asking questions such as Is the ecology of Dune realistic? Is it theoretically possible to get information from the future? Could humans really evolve as Herbert suggests? and Which of Herbert's inventions have already come to life? This companion to the Dune series is a must-have for any fan who wants to revisit this science fiction world and explore it even further.
Delving into the world of Dune, this guide offers fascinating scientific speculation on topics including physics, chemistry, ecology, evolution, psychology, technology, and genetics. It also scrutinizes Frank Herbert's science fiction world by asking questions such as Is the ecology of Dune realistic? Is it theoretically possible to get information from the future? Could humans really evolve as Herbert suggests? and Which of Herbert's inventions have already come to life? This companion to the Dune series is a must-have for any fan who wants to revisit this science fiction world and explore it even further.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
BenBella Books United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
Series
Psychology of Popular Culture
Number of Pages
248
Place of Publication
Dallas, United States
ISBN
9781933771281
SKU
V9781933771281
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99-15
About Kevin R. . Ed(S): Grazier
Kevin Grazier, PhD, is the science advisor for the Sci-Fi Channel series Battlestar Galactica and Eureka and the PBS animated series The Zula Patrol. He also works at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. He splits his time living in Sylmar, California, and Mesa, Arizona.
Reviews for The Science of "Dune". An Unauthorized Exploration into the Real Science Behind Frank Herbert's Fictional Universe.
"An indispensable volume for Dune fans everywhere, and another validation of Herbert’s fictional universe as one of sf’s towering achievements." —Booklist