Dune

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Frank Herbert¡¦s Dune is the story of an empire in chaos, a royal family in
the mist of treachery, of corruption and loyalty. This story takes place in a richly detailed universe with complex economic, social and religious histories and is set in a time where they are important for survival. Corruption within a royal family can bring destruction to the throne Arrakis is the sole source of Melange, the "spice of spices." Melange is necessary for interstellar travel and grants psychic powers and longevity, Fighting over each other for control of Melange is the main cause of corruption. Melange turned loyal servants against their own masters and peaceful tribe people into savages. "Melange was merely his instrument for telling that story of corruption" ( McNelly 3 ) Loyalty and treachery both relate to corruption. In a world that is harsh and cruel, corruption alone can bring destruction to even the greatest of powers...