The Emperor: "Dune" by Frank Herbert

Name: The Emperor: "Dune" by Frank Herbert
Start: 2025-01-21T18:00:00-08:00
End: 2025-01-21T20:00:00-08:00
Location: 1075 Curtis Street,Menlo Park,94025,US

Schedule

Tue Jan 21 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

1075 Curtis Street,Menlo Park,94025,US | Menlo Park, CA

4- The Emperor: "Dune" by Frank Herbert
Herbert's science fiction epic explores themes of power, authority, and governance, embodying the Emperor's archetype. The protagonist Paul Atreides' journey from a young duke to a powerful leader reflects the Emperor's mastery over his domain. The complex political intrigues and power struggles in the novel mirror the Emperor's role in maintaining order and structure. The harsh desert planet Arrakis represents the Emperor's ability to rule over challenging environments and impose his will. Dune's exploration of the consequences of absolute power aligns with the Emperor's potential for both benevolent leadership and tyranny.
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*Extra Credit: Stone Butch Blues by Leslie Feinberg
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