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Dune


Synopsis


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'An astonishing science fiction phenomenon' WASHINGTON POST

'I know nothing comparable to it except The Lord of the Rings' Arthur C Clarke

'It is possible that Dune is even more relevant now than when it was first published' NEW YORKER

Before The Matrix, before Star Wars, before Ender's Game and Neuromancer, there was Dune, the first book in one of the greatest science fiction series ever written.


Melange, or 'spice', is the most valuable - and rarest - element in the universe. And it can only be found on a single planet: the inhospitable desert world Arrakis.

Whoever controls Arrakis controls the spice. And whoever controls the spice controls the universe.

When stewardship of Arrakis is transferred to his house, Paul Atreides must travel to the planet's dangerous surface to ensure the future of his family and his people. But as malevolent forces explode into conflict around him, Paul is thrust into a great destiny beyond his understanding.

And in this game of power, only those who can conquer their fear will survive.

JOINT WINNER of the HUGO AWARD for best novel, 1966

WINNER of the NEBULA AWARD for best novel, 1965

Frank Herbert

Summary

Chapter 1: Setting the Stage

* Introduction to the desert planet Arrakis, known as Dune.
* Description of the spice melange, a valuable and intoxicating substance found only on Arrakis.

Chapter 2: House Atreides

* Arrival of Duke Leto Atreides and his family on Arrakis, taking over stewardship of the planet from House Harkonnen.
* Introduction of Paul Atreides, the young heir to the Atreides dynasty.

Example: "The planet Arrakis, known as Dune, was a harsh and unforgiving world, where water was scarce and sandstorms raged relentlessly."

Chapter 3: The Fremen

* Encounter between Paul and the Fremen, the indigenous people of Arrakis who live in the desert.
* Description of the Fremen's culture and their reverence for the desert.

Example: "The Fremen were a resilient people who had adapted to the harsh conditions of Dune, with their stillsuits that conserved water and their skills in navigating the desert."

Chapter 4: House Harkonnen

* Introduction of Baron Vladimir Harkonnen, the cruel and ambitious leader of House Harkonnen.
* Betrayal by the Harkonnens, who conspire with the Emperor to seize Arrakis from the Atreides.

Example: "Baron Harkonnen was a grotesque and ruthless man, his massive body covered in scars and his eyes gleaming with malice."

Chapter 5: The Spice Agony

* Paul and his mother, Lady Jessica, escape the Harkonnen attack and join the Fremen.
* Paul undergoes the ritual spice agony, a hallucinogenic experience that пробуждает his latent abilities.

Example: "As Paul took the spice, he felt his mind expand and his senses sharpen, as if he could see and feel the very threads of destiny."

Chapter 6: The Preacher

* Paul becomes known as the Preacher, a prophesied figure who leads the Fremen in their struggle against the Harkonnens.
* Introduction of Chani, a young Fremen woman who plays a pivotal role in Paul's life.

Example: "Chani had a fierce spirit and a deep connection to Dune, which made her a valuable asset to Paul's cause."

Chapter 7: The Siege of Arrakis

* The Harkonnens and the Emperor's forces lay siege to Arrakis, seeking to crush the Fremen and capture Paul.
* Paul leads the Fremen in a fierce defense, using his newfound powers to turn the tide of battle.

Example: "Paul's voice echoed through the desert as he commanded the Fremen to 'Attack!' A wave of sand and warriors surged forward, overwhelming the enemy."

Chapter 8: The Victory

* The Fremen defeat the Harkonnens and secure control of Arrakis.
* Paul becomes the new ruler of Dune, taking the title of Emperor.

Example: "As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over Dune, Paul stood victorious, a symbol of hope and change for both the Fremen and the future of the galaxy."