The Science of Dune: An Unauthorized Exploration into the Real Science Behind Frank Herbert's Fictional Universe (Psychology of Popular Culture)

Get excited for the 2021 Denis Villeneuve Dune film release, starring Timothée Chalamet, with The Science of Dune!Since its original publication in 1965, the Dune series has entranced generations of readers with its complex plotting, fascinating characters, grand scope, and incredible scientific predictions. This guide offers fascinating scientific speculation on topics including quantum physics, biochemistry, ecology, evolution, psychology, technology, and genetics. It 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? • Which of Herbert's inventions have already come to life?This companion is a must-have for any fan who wants to revisit the world of Dune and explore it even further. With Sandworms Of Dune, The Last Title In The Bestselling Dune Science Fiction Series, Due To Be Released In August 2007, Sci-fi Fans Wanting To Brush Up On Their Dune Trivia And Analyze The Books From A Fresh Viewpoint Will Be Able To Do So With This Definitive Reference. 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.--publishers Description. Introduction / Kevin R. Grazier -- Melange / Carol Hart -- My Second Sight / Sergio Pistoi -- The Biology Of The Sandworm / Sibylle Hechtel -- The Dunes Of Dune / Ralph D. Lorenz -- From Silver Fox To Kwisatz Haderach / Carol Hart -- Evolution By Any Means On Dune / Sandy Field -- The Anthropology Of Dune / Sharlotte Neely -- The Real Stars Of Dune / Kevin R. Grazier -- Prescience And Prophecy / Csilla Csori -- Stillsuit / John C. Smith -- Memory [and The Tleilaxu] Makes The Man / Csilla Csori -- Cosmic Origami / Kevin R. Grazier -- Suspensor Of Disbelief / Ges Seger With Kevin R. Grazier -- The Shade Of Uliet / David M. Lawrence. Edited By Kevin R. Grazier, Ph.d. Includes Bibliographical References. An Unauthorized Exploration into the Real Science behind Frank Herbert's Fictional Universe (Science of Pop Culture series) 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 Herberts 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 Herberts 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. A guide to Frank Herbert's imaginary world offers scientific speculation on such topics as physics, chemistry, ecology, evolution, psychology, technology, and genetics.