Frank Herbert was an American author born on October 8, 1920, in Tacoma, Washington. He is best known for his science fiction classic, the "Dune" series.

Herbert initially worked as a journalist before focusing on writing science fiction novels. His debut novel, "The Dragon in the Sea," was published in 1955 and won the Hugo Award.

However, Herbert's most famous work is "Dune," published in 1965, which kicked off the entire series. "Dune" tells the story of the Atreides family's struggle for control of the planet Arrakis and its valuable spice. The series is known for its complex political plotlines and profound themes of ecology, religion, and power. The series has won numerous awards, including the Hugo and Nebula Awards.

In addition to the "Dune" series, Herbert wrote other works such as "The Santaroga Barrier," "The Green Brain," and "The Heaven Makers." He also wrote many essays and articles on environmental and ecological issues.

Herbert was a passionate adventurer, traveling the world and studying different cultures and ways of life. His experiences with natural phenomena and different cultures helped him create complex worlds.

Frank Herbert passed away on February 11, 1986, at the age of 65. He is recognized as one of the most influential science fiction writers of all time. His works have inspired many authors, and the "Dune" series has served as the basis for numerous film, television, comic book, and video game adaptations.