Dune, written by Frank Herbert, is a science fiction epic set in a distant future where interstellar travel and political intrigue are the norm. The story takes place on the desert planet of Arrakis, also known as Dune, which is the only source of a valuable spice called melange. The book follows the journey of Paul Atreides, a young nobleman who becomes embroiled in a power struggle for control of the planet. Dune is a complex and richly detailed novel that explores themes of religion, ecology, and the human capacity for change.
