Dune

Dune follows a noble family's fight for power in the far future. An empire rules many worlds. Its noble houses live under a feudal system of lords. House Atreides takes charge of Arakis, a desert world. This world alone makes spice. No other substance in the universe has such worth. The move fuels an old feud with House Harkonnen. Leto Atreides and his family face a harsh, strange world. They must also face plots that threaten their rule.

Frank Herbert's science fiction novel links power, faith, and wealth. It also looks at technology and social life. The book starts the Dune series. It won both Hugo and Nebula awards. This edition has a film tie-in cover and printed page edges.