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“To be a god can ultimately become boring and degrading. There'd be reason enough for the invention of free will! A god might wish to escape into sleep and be alive only in the unconscious projections of his dream-creatures.”

Quote by Frank Herbert

Book:Children of Dune
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Children of Dune

In this sequel to Frank Herbert's 'Dune', the story delves into the political and spiritual struggles of a young woman named Leto II Atreides, who inherits the legacy of her father, Paul Atreides. The novel is set on the desert planet Arrakis, known as Dune, and follows the complex relationships between various factions vying for control over its valuable spice. The narrative encompasses themes of ecological balance, the rise of a new religion, and the manipulation of power dynamics. more

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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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