Dune
by Frank Herbert
Dune · Book 3
Reading Level 9 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 13+
The text is written at a 9th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
Find on Amazon
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
About This Book
On the harsh desert world of Arrakis, young Paul Atreides faces a destiny that could change the fate of humanity. Amid fierce political intrigue, mysterious powers, and the struggle for control over a precious resource, Paul must rise to become a legendary leader. This epic tale blends adventure, mysticism, and environmental challenges in a richly imagined universe.
Representation & Themes
AdventureFantasy World-BuildingScience & NatureComing of AgePolitics
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — Moderate Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Political Conflict Fantasy Violence Complex Vocabulary
Data confidence: high
More in the Dune Series
Details
- ISBN
- 9780441013593
- Pages
- 528
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2005
- Type
- Fiction
- Lexile
- 800L
Genres
Fiction
Subjects
Dune (Imaginary place) -- Fiction.Dune (Imaginary place)FictionFiction, science fiction, generalDune (imaginary place), fictionNew York Times reviewedScience fictionScience-fictionAmerican literaturenyt:mass-market-monthly=2021-11-07New York Times bestselleraward:nebula_award=novelnyt:trade-fiction-paperback=2021-11-07Hugo Award Winneraward:hugo_award=1966award:hugo_award=novelAmerican Science fictionLong Now Manual for CivilizationEcologyFantasy fiction