Dune
Herbert's science fiction epic explores ecology, religion, politics, and human evolution on the desert planet Arrakis. Through Paul Atreides's transformation into a messianic figure, the novel examines the dangers of charismatic leadership, the interconnection of ecosystems, and the role of consciousness-altering substances in human development. It's both adventure and philosophical treatise.
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