A deluxe hardcover edition of Children of Dune, the third novel in Frank Herbert’s magnificent science fiction saga.
This deluxe hardcover edition of Children of Dune includes: • An iconic new cover • A stamped and foiled case featuring a quote from the Litany Against Fear • Stained edges and fully illustrated endpapers • A beautifully designed poster on the interior of the jacket • An Introduction by Brian Herbert
The Children of Dune are twin siblings Leto and Ghanima Atreides, whose father, the Emperor Paul Muad’Dib, disappeared in the desert wastelands of Arrakis nine years ago. Like their father, the twins possess supernormal abilities—making them valuable to their manipulative aunt Alia, who rules the Empire in the name of House Atreides.
Facing treason and rebellion on two fronts, Alia’s rule is not absolute. The displaced House Corrino is plotting to regain the throne while the fanatical Fremen are being provoked into open revolt by the enigmatic figure known only as The Preacher. Alia believes that by obtaining the secrets of the twins’ prophetic visions, she can maintain control over her dynasty.
But Leto and Ghanima have their own plans for their visions—and their destinies....
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“Ranging from palace intrigue and desert chases to religious speculation and confrontations with the supreme intelligence of the universe, there is something here for all science fiction fans.”—Publishers Weekly
“Herbert adds enough new twists and turns to the ongoing saga that familiarity with the recurring elements brings pleasure.”—Challenging Destiny
Praise for Dune
“I know nothing comparable to it except Lord of the Rings.”—Arthur C. Clarke
“A portrayal of an alien society more complete and deeply detailed than any other author in the field has managed...a story absorbing equally for its action and philosophical vistas.”—The Washington Post Book World
“One of the monuments of modern science fiction.”—Chicago Tribune
“Powerful, convincing, and most ingenious.”—Robert A. Heinlein
“Herbert’s creation of this universe, with its intricate development and analysis of ecology, religion, politics and philosophy, remains one of the supreme and seminal achievements in science fiction.”—Louisville Times
Overall rating: 4.590909 / 5 from 22 reviews.
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Title is appropriate the main characters are the Paul and Chani's children.
"Another epic read in the Dune series. The children are of age and Alia is in power. Will the division of power stay the same? Paul is not present in the story. A mysterious preacher provides hope. Jessica returns to Arrakis after a long time away."
— Claire (5/5)
Love this series
"Great read, new characters a bit shorter than the first book"
— Jade (5/5)
After the movies
"Another layer of galactic intrigue is explored. Far beyond the movies and across layers of political and interpersonal plotting and manipulation, a riveting tale of the time beyond Paul Atreides."
— Coder C. (4/5)
Great story!
"A wild ride! Honestly just read it but this book is a wild ride indeed"
— Katie (5/5)
Favourite so far!
"This is by far my favourite book in the series so far, cant wait to see what is next."
— Isaac (5/5)
Happy to revisit.
"With the popularity of the newest movie series, I had to reread these books. Now my son is all in and we share the world of Dune together. Love it!"
— Tatiana N. (5/5)
Dune, Children of Dune and Dune Messiah and all made the same fashion.
"It is a work of art. When I opened the book I was taken aback. The interior of front and back covers are painted. Then to my surprise when I removed the the dust cover there was a painting on the inside. That wasn't the last surprise. The front cover has a reverse imbossed quote from the Bene Gesserit. Wow squared"
— Daniel C. (5/5)
Purchased as a gift
"My husband is very excited to dive into the next chapter of this series"
— Colleen (5/5)
Wow! Blue!
"Quality volume of a good book. Decent hard cover, cool blue colour along the page edges. I wish the blue matched between volumes. Otherwise, very nice volume."
— Jules (4/5)
excellent follow-up
"this title is intriguing , a good follow up on dune."
— T M. (5/5)
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Published date: Apr 04, 2023
Language: English
No. of Pages: 496
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
ISBN: 9780593548455
Dimensions:
6.3" W x
1.5" L x
9.3" H
Frank Herbert is the bestselling author of the Dune saga. He was born in Tacoma, Washington, and educated at the University of Washington, Seattle. He worked a wide variety of jobs—including TV cameraman, radio commentator, oyster diver, jungle survival instructor, lay analyst, creative writing teacher, reporter and editor of several West Coast newspapers—before becoming a full-time writer.
In 1952, Herbert began publishing science fiction with “Looking for Something?” in Startling Stories. But his emergence as a writer of major stature did not occur until 1965, with the publication of Dune. Dune Messiah, Children of Dune, God Emperor of Dune, Heretics of Dune, and Chapterhouse: Dune followed, completing the saga that the Chicago Tribune would call “one of the monuments of modern science fiction.” Herbert is also the author of some twenty other books, including The White Plague, The Dosadi Experiment, and Destination: Void. He died in 1986.
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