Kara KennedyinDune ScholarshipDune: Part Two’s Treatment of Women is an AbominationDespite stated intentions to focus on women and expand their roles, the new Dune film adaptations disappointingly fall back on stereotypes…Mar 32Mar 32
Kara KennedyinDune ScholarshipGertrude Bell and Jessica of Dune: Influencers in the Halls of PowerGertrude Bell, Queen of the Desert, and Jessica of Dune demonstrate women’s ability to navigate unfamiliar territory and exert influence.Aug 18, 2021Aug 18, 2021
Kara KennedyinDune ScholarshipSimilar Sisters: Catholic Nuns and the Bene GesseritCatholic nuns and Bene Gesserit in Dune have titles, clothing, discipline, and influence in common— these are women with a mission.Apr 1, 20211Apr 1, 20211
Kara KennedyinDune ScholarshipFemale Jesuits: The Catholic Origins of the Bene GesseritJesuits in Catholicism and the Bene Gesserit in Dune have many parallels, including missionary work, education, and political influence.Mar 18, 2021Mar 18, 2021
Kara KennedyinDune ScholarshipEugenics and the Breeding Program in DuneThe influence of eugenics on Frank Herbert’s Dune is visible in the Bene Gesserit’s breeding program but also in Paul’s terrible purpose.Mar 4, 2021Mar 4, 2021
Kara KennedyinDune ScholarshipDune: Imperium Board Game ReviewThe Dune: Imperium (2020) game retains the essence of factions fighting for resource control, but brings them out more than its…Jan 13, 2021Jan 13, 2021
Kara KennedyinDune ScholarshipDune (2019) Board Game ReviewIf you’re looking for another way to immerse yourself in the Dune universe beyond the books, the Dune (2019) board game is a good option.Jan 4, 2021Jan 4, 2021
Kara KennedyinDune ScholarshipBene Gesserit: The Wonder Woman of Dune?Wonder Woman wields her Lasso of Truth; the Bene Gesserit use the Voice and Truthsaying. What are the connections between these women?Dec 22, 2020Dec 22, 2020
Kara KennedyinDune ScholarshipSocial Sciences and World-Building in DuneHow did Frank Herbert use his research into social sciences such as history, psychology, and linguistics to develop the world of Dune…Dec 7, 2020Dec 7, 2020
Kara KennedyinDune ScholarshipThe Bene Gesserit’s Vocal Analysis Skills in the Voice and TruthsayingThe Bene Gesserit can control other people just by using their voice in Frank Herbert’s science fiction novel Dune (1965). They can also…Oct 8, 2020Oct 8, 2020
