DUNE: the Graphic Novel, Book 1: Dune: Deluxe Collector's Edition

The first graphic novel adaptation of Dune , the groundbreaking science-fiction classic by Frank Herbert--now in a deluxe collector's edition Dune , Frank Herbert's epic science-fiction masterpiece set in the far future amidst a sprawling feudal interstellar society, tells the story of Paul Atreides as he and his family accept control of the desert planet Arrakis. A stunning blend of adventure and mysticism, environmentalism, and politics, Dune is a powerful, fantastical tale that takes an unprecedented look into our universe, and is transformed by the graphic novel format. Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson's adaptation retains the integrity of the original novel, and Ra

“"The core of what made Dune a great science fiction novel has been preserved, and to it are added vibrant visuals in Dune: The Graphic Novel, Book 1 --a resoundingly successful adaptation."”

"Raúl Allén and Patricia Martín take a dense story and apply all that nuance and subtext to their visual language in adapting Dune. Panels establish scope and geography, and showcase the character who has the power in a scene, all the while guiding you as if you were on a theme park ride through the wild sci-fi action of warring families and giant sand worms. These two have pulled off a rare feat and made a political tale visually compelling."

--Eric Heisserer, Oscar-nominated screenwriter of Arrival
"...a breathtaking new comic book adaptation."--SPACE.com
"...an adaptation worthy of continuing the franchise's legacy for a new generation."--Comic Book Resources
"...it excels in broad action shots, such as the first spotting of a massive sandworm maw. This efficient take will whet appetites for more adventures to come."--Publishers Weekly
"A much-needed addition to the series started by Frank Herbert decades ago."--The Nerd Daily
"Boasting eye-popping art from Raúl Allén and Patricia Martin... Dune: The Graphic Novel is a scene-by-scene adaptation of the beloved novel from two writers who are already very familiar with the worlds of Arrakis and beyond."--The Hollywood Reporter
"Intricate . . . well defined . . . easy to follow . . . blending the aristocratic costumery, sci-fi technology, and desert landscape into a world that is unmistakably Dune."--Booklist
"It's Dune, but easier on the eyes...That means you can indulge a bit here, taking time to remind yourself of what makes the original source material so good..."--Polygon
"The carefully chosen color palettes are particularly compelling, conveying the perfect sense of mood in every situation...a good gateway into the world of Dune."--Boing Boing
"The core of what made Dune a great science fiction novel has been preserved, and to it are added vibrant visuals in Dune: The Graphic Novel, Book 1--a resoundingly successful adaptation."

--Foreword STARRED Review

"The palette practically makes Arrakis' blazing heat and desolation jump off the page...This art is gorgeous."--Nerdist

Frank Herbert (1920-86) was an American science fiction writer best known for his novel Dune and its subsequent five sequels. Though Herbert did not graduate from university, he became famous for his science fiction works, and Dune is the bestselling science fiction novel of all time and the series is widely considered the archetype for all science-fiction that followed. Brian Herbert is the oldest son of science fiction author Frank Herbert. Brian is known for his collaborations with author Kevin J. Anderson, with whom he has written multiple prequels to his father's landmark 1965 science fiction novel, Dune , all of which have made the New York Times bestseller list. Herbert and his wife live in Seattle, Washington. Kevin J. Anderson is an American science fiction author of over 50 bestsellers. He has written spin-off novels for Star Wars , StarCraft , and The X-Files , and with Brian Herbert is the co-author of the Dune prequel series. He currently resides near Monument, Colorado, with his wife. Bill Sienkiewicz is an Eisner-winning, Emmy-nominated artist best known for revamping the style of comic and graphic novel illustration from 1980 onward, most notably with Marvel Comics and DC Comics. In 1984, Sienkiewicz was chosen by David Lynch to illustrate the comic book adaptation of his Dune movie. Ra

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