Herbert (Frank) Heretics of Dune
£85
London, Gollancz, 1984.
First UK edition, first impression. 8vo. Original boards. Dust-jacket.
Set 1,500 years after God Emperor, the Bene Gesserit and a new faction, the Honoured Matres, are in conflict as the effects of Leto II’s “Golden Path” continue to unfold.
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A very good copy in very good+ jacket.
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