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I read the books in the Dune Chronicles by Frank Herbert. Do I need to read the Dune novels by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson?

Chip Howell You don't need to read the prequels or any other material before reading Dune; it actually helps if you don't. In terms of this specific book, it dive…moreYou don't need to read the prequels or any other material before reading Dune; it actually helps if you don't. In terms of this specific book, it diverges in some ways from what Frank Herbert originally intended in his references to the Butlerian Jihad, but it's still good for adventure reading. The original Dune novels by Frank Herbert are closer to hard science fiction and philosophy. The Expanded Universe Dune novels are more like straightforward adventure.(less)

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How old Is Xavier harkennon in this book?