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# DUNE (SF MASTERWORKS HB)

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DUNE (SF MASTERWORKS HB) : Herbert, Frank: desertcart.in: Books

Review: a masterpiece - Frank Herbert's "Dune" is a fascinating, layered, and deep book. I read the book continuously until I reached the last page. Even though I knew that this book was the first of a series of six books (more, if you include the 'Dune' books his son wrote), from the ending, it was clear that the story was incomplete. The tale follows the fortunes of the young Paul Atreides's transformation from a young adolescent to a powerful man. Frank Herbert set the story in the distant future, where ruling houses control entire planets. The planetary fiefdoms are a far cry from the world we live in and will make a discerning reader wonder if we are heading in that direction. Kingdoms rise and fall, and when Paul's father is assassinated, he and his mother, the witch, Lady Jessica, find themselves lost on the desert planet, Arrakis, which is also the only source of mélange, or 'spice,' the valuable drug that enhances mental abilities and is the required for space travel. The book explores numerous themes – the rise and fall of empires, the coming of age, the exploitation and struggle for resources, love and politics, and the intersection of religion and politics – which demand careful consideration. Through the tale, he keeps you engrossed, but the book demands patient reading. He divided the story into three sections, each corresponding to a different phase in Paul's life. A few themes fascinated me. One is the value of water on a desert planet, where people regard even a teardrop as a precious source of water. The way they treat the dead before burying them should make us shiver and ask if this is our future. The second theme that intrigued me is the importance of mental power and magic. Even in the distant future, he envisioned, mental prowess is critical for survival. However, would he believe the same in these days of computer super-intelligence? Last, there is a strong connection between religion, mysticism, and political power. Love is always sacrificed at the altar of political power, even in the distant future Frank Herbert envisioned. The book is fascinating, and when you finish the story, you will want to read the next installment.
Review: Masterpiece - The edition is just ok but the story is a master piece and is definitely worth a read

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #71,913 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in Space Operas #3 in Military Science Fiction (Books) #5 in Exploration Science Fiction |
| Book 1 of 6  | Dune |
| Country of Origin  | United Kingdom |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (98,769) |
| Dimensions  | 13.6 x 5 x 20.2 cm |
| ISBN-10  | 0575081503 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0575081505 |
| Importer  | Atlantic Publishers and Distributors (P) Ltd., 7/22, Ansari Road, Darya Ganj, New Delhi - 110002 INDIA, Email – customercare@atlanticbooks.com, Ph – 011-47320500 |
| Item Weight  | 618 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 624 pages |
| Publication date  | 18 October 2007 |
| Publisher  | Orion Publishing Group |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ a masterpiece
*by R***A on 2 June 2025*

Frank Herbert's "Dune" is a fascinating, layered, and deep book. I read the book continuously until I reached the last page. Even though I knew that this book was the first of a series of six books (more, if you include the 'Dune' books his son wrote), from the ending, it was clear that the story was incomplete. The tale follows the fortunes of the young Paul Atreides's transformation from a young adolescent to a powerful man. Frank Herbert set the story in the distant future, where ruling houses control entire planets. The planetary fiefdoms are a far cry from the world we live in and will make a discerning reader wonder if we are heading in that direction. Kingdoms rise and fall, and when Paul's father is assassinated, he and his mother, the witch, Lady Jessica, find themselves lost on the desert planet, Arrakis, which is also the only source of mélange, or 'spice,' the valuable drug that enhances mental abilities and is the required for space travel. The book explores numerous themes – the rise and fall of empires, the coming of age, the exploitation and struggle for resources, love and politics, and the intersection of religion and politics – which demand careful consideration. Through the tale, he keeps you engrossed, but the book demands patient reading. He divided the story into three sections, each corresponding to a different phase in Paul's life. A few themes fascinated me. One is the value of water on a desert planet, where people regard even a teardrop as a precious source of water. The way they treat the dead before burying them should make us shiver and ask if this is our future. The second theme that intrigued me is the importance of mental power and magic. Even in the distant future, he envisioned, mental prowess is critical for survival. However, would he believe the same in these days of computer super-intelligence? Last, there is a strong connection between religion, mysticism, and political power. Love is always sacrificed at the altar of political power, even in the distant future Frank Herbert envisioned. The book is fascinating, and when you finish the story, you will want to read the next installment.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Masterpiece
*by A***H on 10 July 2025*

The edition is just ok but the story is a master piece and is definitely worth a read

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Okay-ish paper quality
*by A***N on 19 December 2025*

Great read, average paper quality, but on time delivery plus, it's DUNE!

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