This book analyzes women's agency in Frank Herbert's Dune series, focusing on the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood. Kara Kennedy examines how female characters exert control through various forms of embodied agency while addressing constraints and tensions. The work engages with feminist theories, highlighting the series' relevance to the women's liberation movement.
A Critical Companion
This critical study of Frank Herbert's Dune explores its themes of politics, religion, and ecology, while examining the complexities of heroism and women's roles. Kara Kennedy highlights the novel's rich historical and philosophical contexts, showcasing its enduring relevance and multifaceted interpretations in today's world.
at least, until Alana turns up dead right on her doorstep. Desperate to come back to life, Alana's ghost blackmails Maya: if Maya doesn't help her possess a girl in town, Alana will frame Maya for her murder.