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In CliffsNotes on Dune & Other Works, you follow the adventures of Paul Atreides, from his family's arrival on the planet Arrakis to his rise to power as a messiah figure, in one of the most complex yet well-integrated works of science fiction ever created. Then you'll dive into some of Frank Herbert's other works, which are equally detailed and intriguing.

This study guide carries you along on these incredible journeys by providing detailed summaries and critical analyses. You'll also gain insight into the man behind these American classics -- Frank Herbert. In addition to the Dune series, you'll discover analyses of

• The God Makers
  
  
• Destination: Void
  
  
• The Eyes of Heisenberg
  
  
• The Green Brain
  
  
• Whipping Star
  
  
• The Santaroga Barrier
  
  
• Hellstrom's Hive
  
  

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