Dune is a science fiction epic 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. Dune is a richly detailed and complex novel that explores themes of religion, ecology, and the nature of power. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest science fiction novels ever written.