Dune, written by Frank Herbert, is a science fiction epic set in a distant future where interstellar travel and political intrigue are commonplace. 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.
