“Does a population have informed consent when that population is not taught the inner workings of its monetary system, and then is drawn, all unknowing, into economic adventures?”

American science fiction writer of the mid-to-late 20th century, Frank Herbert crafted speculative fiction that blended ecological awareness with deep psychological insight. He is best known for *Dune*, a sprawling saga that redefined the genre with its rich world-building and themes of power, survival, and human potential.