 US first edition cover | |
| Author | Frank Herbert |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Thriller |
| Publisher | WordFire Press |
Publication date | November 12, 2014 (e-book) December 16, 2014 (paperback) |
| Media type | Print (E-book & Paperback) |
| Pages | 144 |
| ISBN | 1-614-75283-4 |
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