Herbert, Frank creator text Science fiction. Fiction. Science fiction. Science fiction. Novels. nyu New York ACE 1976 2020 1976 1987 monographic eng

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408 pages : 18 cm The Children of Dune are twin siblings Leto and Ghanima Atreides, whose father, the Emperor Paul Muad'Dib, disappeared into the desert wastelands of Arrakis nine years ago. Like their father, the twins possess supernormal abilities -- making them valuable to their manipulative aunt Alia, who rules the Empire in the name of the House Atreides. Facing treason and rebellion on two fronts, Alia's rule is not absolute. The displaced house Corrino is plotting to regain the throne while the fanatical Fremen are being provoked into open revolt by the enigmatic figure known only as The Preacher. Alia believes that by obtaining the secrets of the twins prophetic visions, she can maintain control over her dynasty. But Leto and Ghanima have their own plans for their visions -- and their destinies ... -- Provided by publisher. Frank Herbert Dune (Imaginary place) Fiction Twins Fiction Missing persons Fiction Prophecy Fiction Precognition Fiction Science fiction Life on other planets Fiction Imaginary wars and battles Fiction Twins Prophecy Precognition Missing persons Dune (Imaginary place) Science fiction PS3558.E63 C49 2020 813.54 9780593201749 0593201744 2020455442 YDX 211206 20250307111546.0 2612 eng