
The desert planet, the spice and the fight for control of it, told over six novels of politics, religion and survival.
Gift idea: For a science fiction reader, especially one who has seen the new films and wants the original books.
Box sets differ by publisher and edition: some hold only the first books, some add extras or companion titles. Check the Amazon listing for the exact contents. The full reading order, with every book described, is on the Dune series page.