Children of Dune: Deluxe Edition

New York: Ace, 2023. Reissue. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 6x1x9. New. Second Ace edition. An exceptional copy. 2023 Hard Cover. xii, 478 pp. A deluxe hardcover edition of Children of Dune, the third novel in Frank Herbert's magnificent science fiction saga. This deluxe hardcover edition of Children of Dune includes: An iconic new cover; A stamped and foiled case featuring a quote from the Litany Against Fear; Stained edges and fully illustrated endpapers; A beautifully designed poster on the interior of the jacket; An Introduction by Brian Herbert. The Children of Dune are twin siblings Leto and Ghanima Atreides, whose father, the Emperor Paul Muad'Dib, disappeared (truncated) in 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 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.... (Inventory #: 2340956)