Herbert, Frank

Dune Messiah

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ISBN 13:
9781473655324
author:
Herbert, Frank
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
language:
English
Publication Year:
2017
Pages:
304
Dimensions:
20 x 13.1 x 2 centimetres (0.20
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Science Fiction, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 2 working days
£10.00

Description

Dune Messiah is a sequel to the acclaimed science fiction novel Dune, widely regarded as one of the greatest novels of all time. Twelve years after his victory over House Harkonnen, Paul Atreides rules as emperor from the desert planet Arrakis, but his triumph has had far-reaching consequences. War has ravaged the known universe, and billions have lost their lives. Despite his immense power, Paul is powerless to bring an end to the fighting. As Paul navigates the treacherous landscape of his own empire, he must confront the consequences of his actions and the loyalty of his people. The Fremen, his own people, hold the key to his power, but their betrayal threatens to topple his empire. Paul must make impossible choices between his throne, his wife, his people, and his future. The fate of the entire universe hangs in the balance. This epic novel explores the cost of victory and the price of war, raising questions about the nature of power and the consequences of one's actions.

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