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, the young heir to a noble family. As Paul becomes embroiled in a power struggle on the desert planet of Arrakis, he discovers his own hidden potential and becomes a messiah-like figure. Dune is a complex and epic tale that explores themes of religion, ecology, and the human capacity for power.
