I just finished reading my favorite novel on earth DUNE, 1965 science fiction novel by american author Frank Herbert~
That sounds like an interesting novel. Can you tell me more about it?
noble houses control planetary fiefs, "Dune" tells the story of young Paul Atreides, whose family accepts the stewardship of the planet Arrakis. While the planet is an inhospitable and sparsely populated desert wasteland, it is the only source of melange, or "the spice", a drug that extends life and enhances mental abilities. As melange can only be produced on Arrakis, control of the planet is a coveted and dangerous undertaking. The story explores the multi-layered interactions of politics, religion, ecology, technology,
List of Dune characters
"Dune" is a science fiction media franchise that originated with the 1965 novel "Dune" by American author Frank Herbert. "Dune" is frequently cited as the best-selling science fiction novel in history, and won the 1966 Hugo Award as well as the inaugural Nebula Award for Best Novel. Herbert wrote five sequels before his death in 1986. "Dune" was adapted into a 1984 film, and a 2000 television miniseries. The first two sequels were presented as a miniseries in 2003