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“Most believe that a satisfactory future requires a return to an idealized past, a past which never in fact existed.”

Quote by Frank Herbert

Book:God Emperor of Dune

Work

God Emperor of Dune

In this novel, the reader is taken deeper into the complex political and ecological landscape of the Dune universe. The narrative explores themes of power, religion, and the human condition through the eyes of various characters, including the enigmatic God Emperor himself. more

Author

Frank Herbert, born on October 8, 1920, was an influential science fiction author from the United States. His masterpiece 'Dune' is considered a classic in the science fiction genre and has had a profound impact on literature and society. more

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