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Kara Kennedy - Dune: A Critical Companion

Machinic Unconscious Happy Hour

CHAPTER

Exploring the Complex Portrayal of Women in Dune

This chapter challenges the perception of women's roles in Dune as merely reactionary, discussing the complexity and power wielded by female characters. It also delves into the mind-body relationship in the universe of Dune, critiquing the idea that human essence is solely contained in the mind, and examining themes of science, reproductive control, and technology in the series.

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