Dune is a science fiction novel written by Frank Herbert. Set in a distant future where interstellar travel and political intrigue are commonplace, the story follows Paul Atreides, a young nobleman who becomes embroiled in a power struggle on the desert planet of Arrakis. As Paul navigates the treacherous world of politics and religion, he discovers his own destiny and the potential to change the course of the universe. Dune is a sweeping epic that combines elements of adventure, politics, and environmentalism.