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 follows Paul Atreides, a young nobleman who becomes embroiled in a power struggle on the desert planet of Arrakis, home to the valuable resource known as spice. Dune is a complex and immersive novel that delves into themes of religion, ecology, and the human condition.