The trusted experts at CliffsNotes delve into "one of the monuments of modern science fiction," and more Frank Herbert novels and short story collections (Chicago Tribune). Here is a concise overview of the work of science fiction icon Frank Herbert, "one of the most thought-provoking writers of our time; by focusing on 'alien' culture, he makes us examine what the true definition of 'human' is" (The Pacific Sun). It includes a summary of his life and background, plus critical commentaries on the Nebula Award-winning, bestselling Dune, Dune Messiah, The Godmakers, Under Pressure, Destination: Void, The Eyes of Heisenberg, The Green Brain, The Santaroga Barrier, Whipping Star, Hellstrom's Hive, and the short story collections The Book of Frank Herbert and The Worlds of Frank Herbert. Also included is a critical essay, The Unity and Continuity of Dune and Dune Messiah.