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What It’s About It is as much a work of fantasy and science-fiction as it is a coming-of-age novel. The protagonist, Paul, is introduced as an unsuspecting heir to the Duke of a planet but over the course of the novel, he assumes the role of a leader, prophet, military general, and father. The novel is largely a commentary on power, politics, and greed - all stemming from an intense covet for the melange spice of Dune. Enriching its world-building, Dune also delves into the ecology of Arrakis with vivid images of the monstrous sandworms and the stillsuits designed by the Fremen to retain the limited moisture of the planet. ...

The Book in 3 Sentences All actions are done largely in self-interest and one should be aware of others’ intentions. People operate on appearances, and those who can manipulate it come out on top Respond according to the situation with deliberation and self-awareness How I Discovered It Robert Greene was one of Lewis Howes’ guests whose ideas (which I can’t exactly recall at the moment) resonated with me. As such, I was compelled to pick up this book with its enticing title. ...

The Book in 3 Sentences Instead of fearing the new, embrace it by being courageous, innovating, and escaping the shackles of the status quo. It is crucial to recognize one’s pitfalls and not be overly consumed by a position of influence. Treat others with honesty, integrity, and confidence, for which they will deliver extraordinary results. How I Discovered It I believe it was one of Ali Abdaal’s book videos that provided a brief introduction to this particular book. Seeing that it was readily available on Libby, I immediately picked it up. The fact that it’s about Disney was also quite appealing. ...