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About Frank Herbert
Frank Herbert was a novelist, newspaper journalist, and photographer of American nationality. He became widely recognized after writing his novel titled “Dune” in 1965. Before he was five years old, he had already developed an interest in books, newspapers, and photography.
Herbert owned his first Kodak box camera when he was ten years old. He had his first newspaper work with the Glendale Star in 1939. In 1940, he joined the Oregon Statesman newspaper.
As a photographer, he worked with the United States Naval Construction Battalions for six months during the Second World War. His works include “High-Opp”, “A Game of Authors”, “A Thorn in the Bush”, and “Angels' Fall”.
Education
He was educated at Salem High School and the University of Washington.
Family
He was the child of Frank P. Herbert Sr. and Eileen. In 1941, he tied the knot with Flora Lillian Parkinson but the marriage lasted for only two years. Three years after his divorce, he wedded Beverly Ann Stuart and divorced her in 1984. In 1985, he married Theresa Shackleford, his third wife.
He gave birth to three children namely, Penelope, Bruce Calvin Herbert, and Brian Patrick Herbert.
Awards
He was a winner of the Hugo Award and the Nebula Award.
Trivia
His real name was Franklin Patrick Herbert Jr.
His second wife was a writer and classmate at Washington University.
Herbert’s son, Brian Patrick Herbert, was also a science-fiction novelist.
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Famous quotes by Frank Herbert
How often it is that the angry man rages denial of what his inner self is telling him.Frank Herbert
If you think of yourselves as helpless and ineffectual, it is certain that you will create a despotic government to be your master. The wise despot, therefore, maintains among his subjects a popular sense that they are helpless and ineffectual.Frank Herbert
One of the best things to come out of the home computer revolution could be the general and widespread understanding of how severely limited logic really is.Frank Herbert
Religion often partakes of the myth of progress that shields us from the terrors of an uncertain future.Frank Herbert
Respect for the truth comes close to being the basis for all morality.Frank Herbert
Seek freedom and become captive of your desires. Seek discipline and find your liberty.Frank Herbert
The beginning of knowledge is the discovery of something we do not understand.Frank Herbert
To attempt seeing Truth without knowing Falsehood. It is the attempt to see the Light without knowing the Darkness. It cannot be.Frank Herbert
Wealth is a tool of freedom, but the pursuit of wealth is the way to slavery.Frank Herbert
When law and duty are one, united by religion, you never become fully conscious, fully aware of yourself. You are always a little less than an individual.Frank Herbert
Without change, something sleeps inside us, and seldom awakens. The sleeper must awaken.Frank Herbert
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F.A.Q. about Frank Herbert
When is his birthday?
Frank Herbert's birthday is on October 8, 1920.
In how many days is his birthday?
Frank's birthday is in 305 days
How old was Frank when he died?
He was 65 years old.
When did he die?
He died in February 11, 1986.
How old would he be today?
Frank Herbert would be 101 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Frank from?
He was born in Tacoma, Washington, U.S..
Frank Herbert's Popularity
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People born on October 8 fall under the Zodiac sign of Libra, the Scales. Frank Herbert is the 1533rd most popular Libra.
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