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 as he becomes embroiled in a power struggle on the desert planet of Arrakis. Dune is a complex and epic tale that explores themes of religion, ecology, and the human capacity for power and control. It is considered one of the greatest science fiction novels of all time.