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Three of the greatest SF novels in the world in one bumper omnibus'An astonishing science fiction phenomenon' WASHINGTON POSTHerbert's evocative, epic tales are set on the desert planet Arrakis, the focus for a complex political and military struggle with galaxy-wide repercussions.Arrakis is the source of spice, a mind-enhancing drug which makes interstellar travel possible; it is the most valuable substance in the galaxy. When Duke Atreides and his family take up court there, they fall into a trap set by the Duke's bitter rival, Baron Harkonnen. The Duke is poisoned, but his wife and her son Paul escape to the vast and arid deserts of Arrakis, which have given the planet its nickname of Dune.Paul and his mother join the Fremen, the Arrakis natives, who have learnt to live in this harsh and complex ecosystem. But learning to survive is not enough - Paul's destiny was mapped out long ago and his mother is committed to seeing it fulfilled. Read more
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| Publisher | Gollancz |
|---|---|
| Publication date | August 23, 2018 |
| Edition | International Edition |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 912 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1473224462 |
| ISBN-13 | 69 |
| Item Weight | 2.84 pounds |
| Dimensions | 6.46 x 2.36 x 9.45 inches |
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Format: Paperback
This set containing the first three books in the Dune series is honestly a really good value. The books feel great in hand, the covers look clean, and the overall quality is much better than I expected for the price. They’re also a really nice size for carrying around or reading casually without feeling too bulky. The only thing I noticed is that the first book is extremely thick compared to the others, and because the books are somewhat short width-wise, it can make reading feel a little awkward at times. The spine and page layout make it feel slightly cramped when holding it open for long periods. It’s not a dealbreaker by any means, but it does take a little getting used to. Overall though, this is still an amazing set for anyone wanting to get into the series without spending a ton of money.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2026 by Alaa
Unlike anything else out there, even after all these years
Format: Kindle
My rating is for the whole series; while I think that each book is progressively a little weaker, I still think that the saga as a whole is too compelling and unique to merit anything less than five stars. DUNE: Maybe it's the freshness in my mind of the recent (and outstanding) film adaptation; maybe it's just that I'm many (many) years older; maybe it's the way that fantasy has evolved since it was published (and in response to it). But whatever the case, even though I remembered Frank Herbert's Dune being a dense, difficult read, that turned out not to be the case as I revisited the world of Arrakis after a good thirty years. Indeed, you can see some of Herbert's pulpier edges here and there - some florid plotting, some big dramatic characters - all grounding the massive scope of the book and Herbert's quite frankly astonishing imagination in things that we can latch on to and understand. There's little need to revisit the plot here, especially thanks to Villeneuve's adaptations (which only impressed me more after this re-read, as I could see the ways in which he changed the source material to make it work as a film while never betraying its spirit); what I will say is that I was so much more acutely aware this time of the way that Herbert is viciously critiquing so much of the modern world - the exploitation of the middle east, the use of religion as a way to gain power, the scheming of those in control to keep the profits for themselves - and just how deeply cynical the book is. Even if you don't have knowledge of where the series goes from here, it's evident that Paul is never intended to be a wholly noble hero; indeed, no one in Dune comes out looking particularly good, with the compromises needed to keep power and the willingness to sacrifice others being so key to the methods of "winning" here that they're undeniable. The other thing you forget, though, is how willing Dune was to just be wonderfully weird, especially in the second half of the story, and it's where the book really shines; without that, you'd have a powerful but a little stiff exploration of power and exploitation of native populations, but with it, you get this fascinating science fiction epic that feels still pretty sui generis after all this time, even though it's impossible to read it and not think "oh, there is so much sci-fi and fantasy that wouldn't exist without this.'' It's got its flaws - some clunky dialogue, a few iffy pieces of characterization - but generally, they're minor and pale in the face of just what Herbert is going for - and what he largely accomplished. DUNE MESSIAH: When I revisited Dune, I found the book more accessible and less complex than I remembered, and I wondered how much of that I could simply chalk up to age (and the familiarity that came from the film). But now that I've read Dune Messiah? Oh, there's the complexity, weirdness, and density. In less than half the length of the original novel, Herbert delivers a truly subversive sequel that transforms the context and impact of its predecessor, giving us a book that turns Paul from a hero to a tyrant, turns a rebellion into a religious crusade, questions the nature of seeing the future, and so much more. And that doesn't even get into the oddness of the book itself, in which most of the major events happen off-page entirely, a conspiracy turns out to be about something wholly else than we think, a character returns from the dead in a bizarre way that only deepens the weirdness, and characters' actions can be maddeningly opaque. That all of this happens in such a lean volume is kind of fascinating; it's hard to think of another sequel that is this interested in completely revising the impact and meaning of its predecessor, changing the story from a heroic one to a tragic tale of the corruption of power. Dune Messiah isn't quite as solid as its predecessor, and part of that undeniably comes from the short length; there is a lot going on here, and Herbert's abbreviating of context and characters can lead to things being confusing even before we learn that most of the major events of the book happened between the volumes or even between the chapters. But it feels like a logical next step from the conclusion of Dune, and thematically/morally/emotionally, it's a fascinating way to keep the saga going in a way that reveals how little Herbert was really interested in the "white savior" archetype; instead, what he's given is a cautionary tale of the danger of such tropes, as well as a vicious allegory for the corruption of wealth, power, and control that rears its head in human nature - especially in a certain region of the world dense with oil - all done with an intent that transforms the previous book in compelling ways. CHILDREN OF DUNE: By the time I finished Dune Messiah, I was starting to remember just how complex and challenging Herbert’s series could be, but Children of Dune still feels like another step up in terms of difficulty and density, throwing us into a world of adults in 9-year-old bodies, warring prophecies, religious reform, tyranny and violence, and a whole lot more - but with a lot of things happening off screen still, a lot of characters hiding their motivations, a lot of ideas unexplained, and the plot beyond complex, with schemes within schemes within bluffs within feints. All of which could be manageable, if frustrating (I read and reread the Preacher’s messages multiple times, trying to parse their complex ideas, and still am not sure I followed it all), if Herbert had simply given us anyone to hang onto. With Dune, we had Paul, who was forced into dealing with his destiny and unspeakable choices, and while he was becoming harder and less approachable in Messiah, his regrets for what happened and efforts to ameliorate the damages still gave readers something to latch onto. But by the time we get to Children of Dune, there’s not a recognizably “human” character in our story, and the result is a book so full of ideas and philosophy that it forgets to give us anyone to like. The children are utterly alien and off-putting, Duncan is a walking computer, Alia is a monster, and Jessica…well, she’s still a Bene Gesserit, isn’t she? And all of that is before things start getting very weird towards the end, setting up the insanity of later books. But I think it’s here that I’m tapping out from my reread; I can admire the density of Herbert’s vision, and the nuance that he brings to all of the factions and power plays and groups, but ultimately Children of Dune feels like a book for mentats, not for people - it’s all ideas and cold machinations, with no humanity left for us to care about.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2024 by Josh Mauthe
Star Wars if it met Game of Thrones
I have only read 11 chapters in the first book, and that's not much at all. And so far I absolutely love it. It's vibe is interesting, and so are the characters. I find everything intriguing. The writing style is so unique. Instead of a title for each chapter, there is always a very interesting quote that fits the chapter following. He also gives us inner dialogue of every character, which I think is very interesting. I know I use the word interesting a lot because that's exactly what Dune has been, at least for what I've read. My biggest problem I think is that it is quite a hard read. Complex words and meanings are being used. But that's my review of the content. I got the hardback box set, and the physical books are high in quality, with excellent covers and great material. There are also images on the insides of these books that are of high quality. I must say, I think this is absolutely worth it. UPDATE: I just finished all three books, and wow. This story as a whole is really tragic. I don't know how to describe this trilogy, but I'll try: Star Wars if it met Game of Thrones. It's a weird one, but I think it fits well. There's all this space stuff going on, most of it on a desert planet, with lots of politics with different houses fighting against each other, and brutal / unexpected deaths (at least towards the end). I can now say I'm obsessed with Dune.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2024 by Atrulion
Amazing series
Format: Paperback
Ugh i love them sm
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2026 by Gabby L
Great story, visionary author, paperbk version is awkwardly narrow
Format: Paperback
I've wanted to read Frank Herbert's classic for a long time and finally purchased the paperback version of volumes 1–3, incl. "Dune", "Dune: Messiah", and "Children of Dune". I think it's unnecessary to review the text itself, just to say that Herbert attempted to create a complete, extremely detailed picture of a distant future, its institutions, philosophy, politics, economic and environmental conditions, which is sometimes loosely reminiscent of previous periods in Western or European history, where the Church, various aristocratic houses, guilds, and corporate orders vied for political and economic influence under a powerful but also limited/indirect imperial authority (reminded me of the mess of competing jurisdictions in the Holy Roman Empire in premodern Europe). Herbert also invents primary sources, written by key observers or later commentators, which are quoted at the beginning of each chapter, much like historical chroniclers often did in the past. If you're not prepared for this level of detail and sophistication – the book even has a glossary of terminology used in the imperium – then this might not be the book for you. I'm an academic historian, so for me, this is a very familiar mode of presentation that I enjoy nerding out on immensely. The book was always more popular on college campuses than among the general public, which is not to say you shouldn't give it a chance, particularly if you are an attentive and patient reader that enjoys science fiction and is curious about the details and parts of the story that the films omit. My main criticism has to do with the format and production of the paperback edition (published by ACE, an imprint of Penguin Random House). The pages are very narrow (3.5") – to the point that I have trouble holding the book open without cracking the binding. This is particularly problematic for the first volume, Dune proper, which is over 800 pages long. But I did get the set for around $17 on sale here on Amazon; so I guess that kind of price for this much book is good deal, and the publisher understandably cut corners. Also, the production has been influenced by the recent films; so they do advertise the films on the cover and after the text – just an FYI if this kind of "Now a Major Motion Picture" thing bothers you. As I am enjoying the books so much, I will likely spring for the hardback edition, which, from what I can tell, has broader pages and a cloth binding.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2024 by FormerProf
Dune Saga
Format: Paperback
Great price point for the collection highly suggest
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2026 by Carissa
Great books. Odd shape.
Format: Paperback
As another reviewer mentions, all three books in this set are narrow. They are as tall as any other paperback, but for some reason are a whole inch more narrow. As book one is almost 900 pages (yes, seriously), it makes for a somewhat uncomfortable read as the words closest to the spine are really scrunched down in there. While the set is extremely sexy, one must wonder about the style choice here. Well worth the $16 spent for the set, but thought this should be mentioned. Keeping my eye out for a normal sized book 1. Again, the books themselves absolutely phenomenal. Update: Absolutely hate the format of this book. Too narrow to read comfortably. Have actually NOT read it when I wanted to because I have to pry it open to read the words closest to the spine. Too bad the hard covers are so expensive. Update 2: Yup. HATE this narrow book format. I pride myself on caring for my books and ensuring they stay in great shape, so I'm not the guy to handle these roughly. Had book two just split on me while I was reading. Silly to say, but it has really hampered my enjoyment of these. I changed m my mind- would not buy again.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024 by Amazon Customer
Bought as a gift.
I loved reading these books. In fact, the whole Dune series. I'm a fan of Frank Herbert's writing. Thats why I bought these for my friend.
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2026 by Victor H. Schlosser