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Quote by Frank Herbert

“There's an unwritten compact between you and the reader. If someone enters a bookstore and sets down hard earned money (energy) for your book, you owe that person some entertainment and as much more as you can give.”

Quote by Frank Herbert

Work

Heretics of Dune

In this science fiction novel, readers are taken on a journey through the intricate universe of Frank Herbert's Dune series. The narrative delves into the formation of a new religious movement, offering a unique perspective on the established power structures and the quest for spiritual enlightenment. The story is rich with political intrigue, philosophical musings, and the exploration of the human condition in a futuristic setting. more

Author

Frank Herbert
Frank Herbert

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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“When I was writing Dune there was no room in my mind for concerns about the book's success or failure. I was concerned only with the writing. Six years of research had preceded the day I sat down to put the story together, and the interweaving of the many plot layers I had planned required a degree of concentration I had never before experienced.”