Book Club: Dune (pg. 325-420)
Gom Jabbar: A Dune Podcast
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The Significance of Mentats in a Post-Computer Universe
Exploring the creation and role of Mentats, human computers adept at data analysis and prediction after the demise of computers. Delving into the intricate power dynamics and conflicts within Dune's characters, showcasing the complexities of emotions and logic in the calculations of these 'human computers'. Highlighting the manipulation tactics employed to control and influence the actions of key characters in the narrative.
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