Dune Book by Frank Herbert
Dune is a science fiction novel written by Frank Herbert, first published in 1965. Set in the distant future, it unfolds in a universe where noble houses rule different planets within a feudal system. Here’s a summary of the novel:
The story primarily revolves around the desert planet Arrakis, also known as Dune, which is the only known source of the valuable spice melange. The spice extends life, enhances mental abilities, and is essential for space travel. The ruling Padishah Emperor Shaddam IV grants control of Arrakis to House Harkonnen, displacing House Atreides from their previous governance. This sets the stage for political intrigue and conflict.
The main character, Paul Atreides, is the son of Duke Leto Atreides and Lady Jessica, who is part of the secretive order known as the Bene Gesserit. Paul possesses special abilities due to his ancestry and the training imparted by his mother. As the Atreides family relocates to Arrakis, Paul becomes embroiled in the intricate power dynamics of the planet.
Arrakis is a harsh desert world inhabited by the Fremen, a fiercely independent people who have adapted to its harsh environment. As Paul interacts with the Fremen, he learns about their culture and the prophecy of a messiah-like figure known as the Kwisatz Haderach, which he begins to suspect he may be.