Herbert, Frank
Heretics Of Dune: The Fifth Dune Novel (Gateway Essentials)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781473233799
- author:
- Herbert, Frank
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Gollancz
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.8 x 3.8 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Science Fiction, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Dune is a science fiction epic of truly epic scope, presenting a world that has captivated readers for more than half a century. This is the fifth book in a series that has inspired countless other stories, and its influence can still be felt today.
The story takes place in a cycle of transformation, as the desert planet of Dune gives way to a green and fertile land, only to return once more to its burning desert state. The Scattering is returning, bringing with it mysterious and threatening forces, including the Honoured Matres, adepts of an ecstatic cult. As the prophecy of the she-sheer, Sheeana, is fulfilled, the stage is set for a deeply climate conscious and compelling family saga.
For readers who enjoy science fiction and are looking for a deeply immersive and thought-provoking experience, Dune is a worthwhile read. The book is the first in a series that has been adapted into a blockbuster film, and its influence can still be seen in many other stories today.