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Dune, Book 2

Author: Frank Herbert

Twelve years have passed since the events that led Paul Atreides to the throne of the Empire. The legions of his fanatics, Muad'Dib, carry the holy war to the far reaches of the universe, and...

Twelve years have passed since the events that led Paul Atreides to the throne of the Empire. The legions of his fanatics, Muad'Dib, carry the holy war to the far reaches of the universe, and countless pilgrims flock to Arrakis to receive the blessing of the prophet.

As a conspiracy weaves itself against the throne and Paul Atreides is overwhelmed by...

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  • Release 9/2020
  • Pages Pages 272
  • Cover Cover Soft
  • Translation Translation Phocion Harokopos
  • Publisher Publisher Anubis
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Twelve years have passed since the events that led Paul Atreides to the throne of the Empire. The legions of his fanatics, Muad'Dib, carry the holy war to the far reaches of the universe, and countless pilgrims flock to Arrakis to receive the blessing of the prophet.

As a conspiracy weaves itself against the throne and Paul Atreides is overwhelmed by tormenting visions, the question hangs in the air: What good is it to know the future when all paths lead to darkness?

In the second book of the award-winning epic DUNE, which has marked science fiction and captured the top awards in the field HUGO and NEBULA, the story of Muad'Dib continues, heir to an unimaginable power and the culmination of a centuries-long plan aimed at creating a superior being...

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Author
Frank Herbert
Publisher
Anubis
Original Title
Dune Messiah
Type
Science Fiction
Subtitle
Book 2
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
272
Release Date
9/2020
Publication Date
2020
Dimensions
14x23 cm
ISBN-13
9789606232190

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Series
Dune

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  • Thanos La
    5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the book: Book 1

    Epic.
    One of the best books in its category.
    It has a different approach to the science fiction genre and focuses more on the human rather than the technology, and that is what makes it even more special.
    Although there have been movies that have done a good job in adaptation, reading it is truly worth it.

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  • McKueen
    5
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    This review is about the book: Book 1

    I am still at the beginning (150 pages in) and I can say with certainty that it is very good and has amazing pacing that doesn't tire you at all. Even if you have seen the movies (I have seen each one 5 times), there is no way you won't like it or find it interesting. From the very first pages, there are many differences compared to the movies that give much more depth and weight to the characters and new perspectives both towards them and towards the developments of the story. I highly recommend it.

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  • dimakopoulosv
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    This review is about the book: Book 8

    Very superficial approach to Frank Herbert in my opinion, it's like moving away a bit from the world he struggled so much to create and ultimately something else is rendered. Unanswered questions and an unsatisfactory ending. If you liked Frank Herbert and his writing, you will probably be annoyed by the approach attempted in the two books (7-8). Of course, it's always a matter of taste.

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  • Ελ.Χ.
    5
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the book: Book 1

    Frank Herbert's "Dune" is a masterpiece of science fiction that transcends the conventions of the genre. Through its rich, complex universe, Herbert tackles themes such as politics, ecology, religion, and human nature. The characters are impressively developed, while the plot, filled with twists, keeps the interest from the first to the last page. The desert environment of the planet Arrakis is not just a backdrop but also a living, dynamic "character." What particularly impressed me is the author's ability to create such a multi-layered world that feels real and relevant. The book is not just an adventure but also a reflection on human ambition and the future of civilization. "Dune" is an experience you won't easily forget and one of the most remarkable works I have read. If you love fantasy that combines action, depth, and contemplation, don't miss it.

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  • The summary of the previous book. Brief and concise, but with Herbert's unique writing style. It maintains the mystery and suspense until the end.

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    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
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  • Peni_Hatzi
    5
    4 out of 4 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the book: Book 1

    Amazing book!!! I highly recommend it to those of you who haven't read it and are fans of fantasy. It is one of the most beautifully written ones.

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    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
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    • I would recommend it for reading
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  • Katherina_Karamaliki
    5
    3 out of 4 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the book: Book 1

    I really like it as a book! It is incredibly interesting

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  • This review is about the book: Book 1

    Okay, what can we say about this book... I was blown away

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    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
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  • 5
    1 out of 6 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the book: Book 1

    If you have seen the movie, then you will really like its adaptation into a novel

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the book: Book 1

    With the occasion of the movie, I also read the book. How did such a masterpiece escape my attention?

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    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the book: Book 1

    Very good science fiction book. You must definitely have read it.

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  • 5
    2 out of 3 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the book: Book 1

    I really liked the book, I just would prefer a different cover

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  • Epic.
    One of the best books in its category.
    It has a different approach to the science fiction genre and focuses more on the human rather than the technology, and that is what makes it even more special.
    Although there have been movies that have done a good job in adaptation, reading it is truly worth it.

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    1
  • I am still at the beginning (150 pages in) and I can say with certainty that it is very good and has amazing pacing that doesn't tire you at all. Even if you have seen the movies (I have seen each one 5 times), there is no way you won't like it or find it interesting. From the very first pages, there are many differences compared to the movies that give much more depth and weight to the characters and new perspectives both towards them and towards the developments of the story. I highly recommend it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • Very superficial approach to Frank Herbert in my opinion, it's like moving away a bit from the world he struggled so much to create and ultimately something else is rendered. Unanswered questions and an unsatisfactory ending. If you liked Frank Herbert and his writing, you will probably be annoyed by the approach attempted in the two books (7-8). Of course, it's always a matter of taste.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Frank Herbert's "Dune" is a masterpiece of science fiction that transcends the conventions of the genre. Through its rich, complex universe, Herbert tackles themes such as politics, ecology, religion, and human nature. The characters are impressively developed, while the plot, filled with twists, keeps the interest from the first to the last page. The desert environment of the planet Arrakis is not just a backdrop but also a living, dynamic "character." What particularly impressed me is the author's ability to create such a multi-layered world that feels real and relevant. The book is not just an adventure but also a reflection on human ambition and the future of civilization. "Dune" is an experience you won't easily forget and one of the most remarkable works I have read. If you love fantasy that combines action, depth, and contemplation, don't miss it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • The summary of the previous book. Brief and concise, but with Herbert's unique writing style. It maintains the mystery and suspense until the end.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
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Twelve years have passed since the events that led Paul Atreides to the throne of the Empire. The legions of his fanatics, Muad'Dib, carry the holy war to the far reaches of the universe, and countless pilgrims flock to Arrakis to receive the blessing of the prophet.

As a conspiracy weaves itself against the throne and Paul Atreides is overwhelmed by tormenting visions, the question hangs in the air: What good is it to know the future when all paths lead to darkness?

In the second book of the award-winning epic DUNE, which has marked science fiction and captured the top awards in the field HUGO and NEBULA, the story of Muad'Dib continues, heir to an unimaginable power and the culmination of a centuries-long plan aimed at creating a superior being...

Manufacturer

Specifications

Author
Frank Herbert
Publisher
Anubis
Original Title
Dune Messiah
Type
Science Fiction
Subtitle
Book 2
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
272
Release Date
9/2020
Publication Date
2020
Dimensions
14x23 cm
ISBN-13
9789606232190

Additional Specifications

Series
Dune

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (86)

  1. 78
  2. 4
  3. 2
  4. 1
  5. 1
Review this product
  • Was it interesting enough?
  • I would read a book by the same author
  • I would recommend it for reading
  • I liked the writing style
  • Was it easy to read?
  • Paper quality

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  • Thanos La
    5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the book: Book 1

    Epic.
    One of the best books in its category.
    It has a different approach to the science fiction genre and focuses more on the human rather than the technology, and that is what makes it even more special.
    Although there have been movies that have done a good job in adaptation, reading it is truly worth it.

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    Did you find this review helpful?
  • McKueen
    5
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the book: Book 1

    I am still at the beginning (150 pages in) and I can say with certainty that it is very good and has amazing pacing that doesn't tire you at all. Even if you have seen the movies (I have seen each one 5 times), there is no way you won't like it or find it interesting. From the very first pages, there are many differences compared to the movies that give much more depth and weight to the characters and new perspectives both towards them and towards the developments of the story. I highly recommend it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • dimakopoulosv
    2
    0 out of 4 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the book: Book 8

    Very superficial approach to Frank Herbert in my opinion, it's like moving away a bit from the world he struggled so much to create and ultimately something else is rendered. Unanswered questions and an unsatisfactory ending. If you liked Frank Herbert and his writing, you will probably be annoyed by the approach attempted in the two books (7-8). Of course, it's always a matter of taste.

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Ελ.Χ.
    5
    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the book: Book 1

    Frank Herbert's "Dune" is a masterpiece of science fiction that transcends the conventions of the genre. Through its rich, complex universe, Herbert tackles themes such as politics, ecology, religion, and human nature. The characters are impressively developed, while the plot, filled with twists, keeps the interest from the first to the last page. The desert environment of the planet Arrakis is not just a backdrop but also a living, dynamic "character." What particularly impressed me is the author's ability to create such a multi-layered world that feels real and relevant. The book is not just an adventure but also a reflection on human ambition and the future of civilization. "Dune" is an experience you won't easily forget and one of the most remarkable works I have read. If you love fantasy that combines action, depth, and contemplation, don't miss it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • The summary of the previous book. Brief and concise, but with Herbert's unique writing style. It maintains the mystery and suspense until the end.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Peni_Hatzi
    5
    4 out of 4 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the book: Book 1

    Amazing book!!! I highly recommend it to those of you who haven't read it and are fans of fantasy. It is one of the most beautifully written ones.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Katherina_Karamaliki
    5
    3 out of 4 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the book: Book 1

    I really like it as a book! It is incredibly interesting

    Translated from Greek ·
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • This review is about the book: Book 1

    Okay, what can we say about this book... I was blown away

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    1 out of 6 members found this review helpful

    Verified purchase

    This review is about the book: Book 1

    If you have seen the movie, then you will really like its adaptation into a novel

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the book: Book 1

    With the occasion of the movie, I also read the book. How did such a masterpiece escape my attention?

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful
    This review is about the book: Book 1

    Very good science fiction book. You must definitely have read it.

    Translated from Greek ·
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  • 5
    2 out of 3 members found this review helpful

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    This review is about the book: Book 1

    I really liked the book, I just would prefer a different cover

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  • Epic.
    One of the best books in its category.
    It has a different approach to the science fiction genre and focuses more on the human rather than the technology, and that is what makes it even more special.
    Although there have been movies that have done a good job in adaptation, reading it is truly worth it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    1
  • I am still at the beginning (150 pages in) and I can say with certainty that it is very good and has amazing pacing that doesn't tire you at all. Even if you have seen the movies (I have seen each one 5 times), there is no way you won't like it or find it interesting. From the very first pages, there are many differences compared to the movies that give much more depth and weight to the characters and new perspectives both towards them and towards the developments of the story. I highly recommend it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • Very superficial approach to Frank Herbert in my opinion, it's like moving away a bit from the world he struggled so much to create and ultimately something else is rendered. Unanswered questions and an unsatisfactory ending. If you liked Frank Herbert and his writing, you will probably be annoyed by the approach attempted in the two books (7-8). Of course, it's always a matter of taste.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • Frank Herbert's "Dune" is a masterpiece of science fiction that transcends the conventions of the genre. Through its rich, complex universe, Herbert tackles themes such as politics, ecology, religion, and human nature. The characters are impressively developed, while the plot, filled with twists, keeps the interest from the first to the last page. The desert environment of the planet Arrakis is not just a backdrop but also a living, dynamic "character." What particularly impressed me is the author's ability to create such a multi-layered world that feels real and relevant. The book is not just an adventure but also a reflection on human ambition and the future of civilization. "Dune" is an experience you won't easily forget and one of the most remarkable works I have read. If you love fantasy that combines action, depth, and contemplation, don't miss it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • The summary of the previous book. Brief and concise, but with Herbert's unique writing style. It maintains the mystery and suspense until the end.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
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