{"product_id":"dune-messiah-book-1-volume-1-frank-herbert-hardcover","title":"Dune Messiah Book 1: Volume 1 -- Frank Herbert, Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA visually stunning graphic novel adaptation of Frank Herbert's \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eDune Messiah\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e, this volume brings one of science fiction's most pivotal stories to life in a bold, immersive new format.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdapted by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson and illustrated by Michael Shelfer, \u003ci\u003eDune Messiah: Book 1\u003c\/i\u003e transforms the iconic sequel into a cinematic graphic experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRich, detailed artwork captures the scale of Arrakis and the complexity of its characters, while the visual format sharpens the story's core tensions--power, religion, and destiny--with new immediacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePaul Atreides is now Emperor of the known universe--but absolute power has made him both a ruler and a target. Revered as a messianic figure by the Fremen and feared by rival houses, Paul must confront a growing conspiracy that threatens to unravel his reign. As political enemies close in and his prophetic visions begin to shift, the future of his empire--and the people he loves--hangs in the balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of the \u003ci\u003eDune\u003c\/i\u003e films, longtime readers of the novels, and newcomers alike, this adaptation offers a unique view of the saga's darker second act. Whether you're returning to Paul Atreides's story or encountering it for the first time, this edition delivers a compelling, visually driven way to experience a landmark work of science fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first installment of a two-part adaptation, \u003ci\u003eDune Messiah: Book 1\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential addition to any graphic novel or science fiction collection--and a powerful new way to experience the world of Arrakis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike the bestselling volumes in the first series of \u003ci\u003eDune\u003c\/i\u003e graphic novel adaptations, \u003ci\u003eDune Messiah\u003c\/i\u003e features a spectacular painted cover by artist Bill Sienkiewicz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Frank Herbert,Brian Herbert,Kevin J. Anderson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Abrams Comicarts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/03\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 128\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.34lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.90h x 6.86w x 0.68d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781419784187\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrank Herbert\u003c\/b\u003e (1920-86) was an American science-fiction writer best known for his classic, worldwide-bestselling novel \u003ci\u003eDune\u003c\/i\u003e and its subsequent five sequels. \u003cb\u003eBrian Herbert\u003c\/b\u003e, the son of Frank Herbert, is the author of \u003ci\u003eDreamer of Dune\u003c\/i\u003e, a biography of his father. Brian is also known for his collaborations with author Kevin J. Anderson, with whom he has written multiple sequels and prequels to his father's landmark 1965 science-fiction novel. He lives in Seattle. \u003cb\u003eKevin J. Anderson\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of more than 50 bestsellers. He has written novels for the Star Wars\u003ci\u003e, \u003c\/i\u003eStarCraft, and The X-Files universes and, with Brian Herbert, is the coauthor of numerous bestselling prequels and sequels to Frank Herbert's \u003ci\u003eDune\u003c\/i\u003e. Anderson lives in Monument, Colorado. \u003cb\u003eMichael Shelfer\u003c\/b\u003e has been a professional cartoonist for twenty years. He's worked with several publishers, including Marvel, DC, BOOM! Studios, and IDW. He lives with his children in the southeast United States. \u003cb\u003eBill Sienkiewicz\u003c\/b\u003e is an Eisner-winning, Emmy-nominated artist best known for revamping the style of comic and graphic novel illustration, most notably with Marvel and DC Comics. He is based in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frank Herbert","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68177727717604,"sku":"9781419784187","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/9587\/8628\/files\/9781419784187.jpg?v=1794124282","url":"https:\/\/bookandmortar.com\/products\/dune-messiah-book-1-volume-1-frank-herbert-hardcover","provider":"BookandMortar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}