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Prelude to Dune Reading Order
Prelude to Dune by Brian Herbert has 3 main books (1999–2001). Start with Dune: House Atreides (1999) and read the numbered books in order.
By Brian Herbert with Kevin J. Anderson
Prelude to Dune books in order
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#1
Dune: House Atreides
1999
—- 7 h 17 min
- 10 h 30 min
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Prelude to Dune: common questions
- How many books are in the Prelude to Dune series?
- There are 3 main books in Prelude to Dune. The most recent main book listed here is Dune: House Corrino (2001).
- What order should I read Prelude to Dune in?
- Read Prelude to Dune in its numbered order: Dune: House Atreides, Dune: House Harkonnen, Dune: House Corrino.
- What is the first Prelude to Dune book?
- The first book is Dune: House Atreides by Brian Herbert, published in 1999.