“All gods have this problem, Hwi. In the perception of deeper needs, I must often ignore the immediate ones. Not addressing immediate needs is an offense to the young." "Could you not reason with her and..." "Never attempt to reason with people who know they are right!”
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
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
“No belief is beyond scrutiny.”
“When human reason and human warmth become one, self and society are bound to become one.”
“The world is a tragedy to those who feel, but a comedy to those who think.”
“Forsake reason, embrace the id.”
“Reason… suasion. Thought! As always, the answer is in an appeal to rationality!”