Dune Messiah Book 1 A Graphic Novel Adaptation

The first volume of Abrams ComicArts’faithful graphic-novel adaptations of Dune Messiah, part of the groundbreaking science-fiction series by Frank Herbert—timed to the release of the movieIn the first of two graphic novel adaptations of the landmark novel Dune Messiah, the epic second act in Frank Herbert’s classic Dune saga, the story of Paul Atreides, better known—and feared—as the man christened Muad’Dib, continues! As emperor of the known universe, he possesses more power than a single man was ever meant to wield. Worshipped as a religious icon by the fanatical Fremen, Atreides faces the enmity of the political houses he displaced when he assumed the throne—and a conspiracy conducted within his own sphere of influence. And even as House Atreides begins to crumble around him from the machinations of his enemies, the true threat to Paul comes to his lover, Chani, and the unborn heir to his family’s dynasty . . .This fourth volume of Abrams ComicArts’ faithful adaptations by Brian Herbert, son of Frank Herbert, and New York Times bestselling author Kevin J. Anderson, continues Atreides’s prophetic journey and ascent to power. Illustrated by Michael Shelfer, this spectacular blend of adventure and spirituality, environmentalism, and politics is a groundbreaking look into our universe and is transformed by the graphic novel format into a powerful, fantastical tale for a new generation of readers. Like Dune: The Graphic Novel Books 1-3, Dune Messiah again features a spectacular painted cover by artist Bill Sienkiewicz.