Frank Herbert
Dune
- ISBN 13:
- 9780340960196
- author:
- Frank Herbert
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hodder Paperbacks
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 592
- Dimensions:
- 13.9 x 3.9 x 19.6 cm
- Genre:
- Science Fiction & Fantasy, Science Fiction, Space Opera
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
Set on the desert planet of Arrakis, a complex struggle for power unfolds within a vast interstellar empire. The planet's unique resource, Melange, is essential for interstellar travel and grants extraordinary abilities, making its control a highly coveted prize. When the Emperor transfers the stewardship of Arrakis from the Harkonnen Noble House to House Atreides, tensions rise as the Harkonnens seek to maintain their privilege. This transfer sets in motion a chain of events that will have far-reaching consequences throughout the empire. Young Duke Paul Atreides is forced into the harsh environment of Arrakis, where he forms an alliance with the native Fremen tribe. As he navigates this unforgiving world, Paul's true nature and destiny begin to emerge. His struggle for control of Arrakis becomes a pivotal moment in a nexus of powerful individuals and events, with repercussions that will be felt throughout the Imperium. As the stakes escalate, Paul's journey becomes a test of his strength, wits, and identity. With the fate of Arrakis and the empire hanging in the balance, Paul must confront the complexities of his own destiny and the true nature of his role in the struggle for control of the planet.