The Great Dune Trilogy

Name: The Great Dune Trilogy
Brand: Orion Publishing Co
SKU: 9781473224469
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The stunning collector’s edition of Dune, Dune Messiah and Children of Dune

By Frank Herbert

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( 62,064 ratings, 530 reviews)

Summary

The Great Dune Trilogy by Frank Herbert is a foundational work in Sci-Fi & Fantasy, chronicling the epic saga of Paul Atreides as he navigates a desert planet's politics, mysticism, and ecology. It's a tale of power, survival, and destiny amidst a richly detailed universe.
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The Great Dune Trilogy

The classic Dune trilogy, one of the most influential SF series ever written, recently having been adapted into a blockbuster Oscar-nominated film, in a lavish gift hardback for collectors everywhere.

Description

Three of the greatest science fiction novels in the world in one bumper omnibus, and the inspiration for the spectacular cinematic events Dune: Part One and Dune: Part Two.

The Great Dune Trilogy by Frank Herbert is a cornerstone of science fiction literature. This omnibus edition combines the first three novels of the series: Dune, Dune Messiah, and Children of Dune. Set in a distant future amidst a sprawling feudal interstellar empire, these evocative and epic tales transport readers to the desert planet of Arrakis—a world ensnared in a complex web of political, social, and ecological intrigue.

Arrakis is the only known source of 'spice' melange, a mind-enhancing substance that is essential for space travel, making it the most valuable resource in the galaxy. The planet's harsh environment and the coveted spice make it a locus of power struggles and a setting for destiny to be fulfilled.

When Duke Leto Atreides is assigned the stewardship of Arrakis, he and his family must navigate a trap laid by his treacherous rival, Baron Vladimir Harkonnen. After Duke Leto is fatally betrayed, his concubine Jessica and their son Paul are forced to flee into the unforgiving desert. There, they find refuge with the Fremen, the desert-dwelling natives who have adapted to the planet's brutal conditions.

The Fremen believe Paul may be their prophesied saviour, and he begins a journey that will change the fate of Arrakis and the entire universe. As Paul assimilates into Fremen society, he must confront an ancient prophecy, challenge the empire, and come to terms with his own burgeoning powers.

Read the books which inspired the Academy Award-winning and jaw-dropping cinematic events Dune: Part One (2021) and Dune: Part Two (2024), starring Timothée Chalamet, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, and Austin Butler. A science fiction spectacular like no other, this series is not only a thrilling space opera but also a profound commentary on environmentalism, politics, and religion.

'An astonishing science fiction phenomenon' - Washington Post

'I know nothing comparable to it except The Lord of the Rings' - Arthur C. Clarke

'This is - quite simply - the most magnificent Sci-Fi epic ever written. . . The scope of Asimov's Foundation, the attention to detail and context of Tolkien's LotR, coupled with an unmatched visionary socio-ecological messianic narrative that is scarily relevant today' - Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'Frank Herbert's immortal space opera created many of the tropes we take for granted inside them is a book that doesn't need my endorsement. . . the nobility is some of the most decadent and depraved in fiction. . . It's a fantastic book, amazing story' - Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'The blend of science-fiction, exploitation of the naive by systematic manipulation of religion and witchcraft, and the harsh realities of life in a barren and mineral-depleted desert is astounding. I love these books!' - Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'Herbert succeeds at juxtaposing so many different elements: ecology, religion, consciousness, feudalism, and the human experience in a way that is still relevant and compelling today'

The Great Dune Trilogy is a must-read for any fan of science fiction, offering a richly woven tapestry of themes and a narrative that continues to resonate through time.

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The Great Dune Trilogy by Frank Herbert is highly praised, with comparisons to classics like The Lord of the Rings by Arthur C. Clarke. Reviewers highlight its groundbreaking relevance, complexity, and powerful storytelling, calling it a monumental work in modern science fiction. The trilogy's intricate narrative and mysticism are also commended, cementing its status as a cornerstone of the genre.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473224469

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 23 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 60.0mm

Width: 164.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 1296g

Pages: 912

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About the Author

Frank Herbert (1920-86) was born in Tacoma, Washington and worked as a reporter and later editor of a number of West Coast newspapers before becoming a full-time writer. His first SF story was published in 1952 but he achieved fame more than ten years later with the publication in Analog of 'Dune World' and 'The Prophet of Dune', amalgamated into the Hugo and Nebula-winning novel DUNE in 1965, now a legendary part of the science fiction canon.