Dune Messiah

5b Frank Herbert. London: Victor Gollancz, 1971. First UK Edition.

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Dune Messiah, the second novel in Frank Herbert's Dune series, continues the story of Paul Atreides, now Emperor of the Known Universe after the events of Dune. Set twelve years later, Paul struggles with the consequences of his rise to power, as a religious jihad carried out in his name has claimed billions of lives across the galaxy. Haunted by visions of the future and trapped by the forces his rule has unleashed, Paul must navigate political conspiracies, betrayals, and the weight of messianic expectations. The novel is darker and more introspective than its predecessor, exploring themes of power, fate, and the limitations of prescience.

Frank Herbert (1920–1986) was an American science fiction author best known for creating the Dune saga, a groundbreaking series that blends politics, religion, ecology, and philosophy. The original Dune, published in 1965, won the Hugo and Nebula awards and is widely regarded as one of the greatest science fiction novels of all time. Herbert’s work is distinguished by its complex world-building, richly developed characters, and its exploration of how power and ideology shape civilizations. The series spans six original novels, culminating in Chapterhouse: Dune, and has inspired generations of readers and writers, as well as numerous adaptations in film, television, and games.

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Maroon canvas binding with gilt lettering to spine. Original yellow dust wrapper with maroon and black lettering. Fine condition.