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Where did Herbert get the idea for Dune?

  • From a dream

  • From a trip to the Oregon Dunes

  • From a science magazine

  • From a space mission

Answer

Dune was inspired by a visit to the Oregon Dunes, where Herbert was captivated by the shifting sands and delicate ecology. His experiences there ignited his imagination and laid the groundwork for the vast and intricate desert planet of Arrakis, where much of the novel's action unfolds.
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