CliffsNotes on Herbert's Dune & Other Works

By David L Allen

Subjects: Nonfiction, Literary Criticism, Fiction, science fiction, space opera

Description: The original CliffsNotes study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format. 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