Frank Herbert
American writer (1920–1986)
1920 — 1986
Quick Facts
Profession
American writer (1920–1986)
Born
October 8, 1920
Died
1986 (age ~66)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
photographer, writer, journalist
United StatesBorn in TacomaDied in Madison
1920
Born in Tacoma (1920-10-08)
1966
AwardHugo Award for Best Novel
1966
AwardNebula Award for Best Novel
1974
AwardSeiun Award for Best Translated Long Work
1978
AwardPrix Tour-Apollo Award
1986
Died in Madison
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Franklin Patrick Herbert Jr. was an American science-fiction author, best known for his 1965 novel Dune and five sequels to it. He also wrote short stories and worked as a newspaper journalist, photographer, book reviewer, ecological consultant, and lecturer.
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Who is Frank Herbert?+
Franklin Patrick Herbert Jr. was an American science-fiction author, best known for his 1965 novel Dune and five sequels to it. He also wrote short stories and worked as a newspaper journalist, photographer, book reviewer, ecological consultant, and lecturer.
What does the name Frank mean?+
The name Frank means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.". It is of English origin.
When was Frank Herbert born?+
Frank Herbert was born on October 8, 1920.
When did Frank Herbert die?+
Frank Herbert died in 1986, at approximately 66 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.
The name Frank is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Franke, from a Frank. Used in the Middle Ages and revived in the 19th century.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Frank — October 8, 1920
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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You made words do things I didn't think words could do.
— a literature student
I read your first chapter and almost quit writing. Then I read it again and couldn't stop.
— fellow writer
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