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 hidden powers and becomes a messianic figure to the native people of Arrakis. Dune is an epic and complex adventure that explores themes of ecology, religion, and the human capacity for power and control.