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Children of Dune (Deluxe Hardcover Edition)

Series: Dune #2

$50.00
Format

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....

Book Details

Publisher: Ace Books

First Published: April 4, 2023

Pages:

  • Hardcover: 496

ISBN:

  • Hardcover: 9780593548455

Physical Information:

  • Hardcover: 1.5" H x 9.23" L x 6.34" W (1.61 lbs)
Black and white photo of a man with a beard holding a book in front of a bookshelf.
About the Author

Frank Herbert (1920-1986) published more than twenty-five books, including five Dune sequels. 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. His son Brian Herbert continues to co-author new books in the Dune saga.

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