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1. Because you want to. Rebekah Send a noteboard - 05/10/2009 06:49:51 PM
2. Because it's a well-written, tense and exciting novel.

3. Because, as previously pointed out, it is a classic of its genre.

4. Because Paul Atreides and Lady Jessica are pretty darned cool.

5. Because it explores many great themes and has a fair amount to say about us.

Let us know if you read it and what you think. Reviews of classics are always welcome. :)
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