The Recurring Cast
Character · The Imperium · 1 book

Baron Vladimir Harkonnen

Enemy of House Atreides · Frank Herbert

Baron Vladimir Harkonnen is the cruel, scheming head of House Harkonnen, the Atreides’ great enemy.

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Character facts

First appearance
Dune (1965)
Books
1
Series
Dune
Author
Frank Herbert
Also in books by
Brian Herbert & Kevin J. Anderson (6 books)
Circle
The Imperium

Where to meet Baron Vladimir Harkonnen

Baron Vladimir Harkonnen first appears in Dune (1965), in a major role, book 1 of the Dune series.

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