In 1993 Steven Spielberg dazzled audiences with the Jurassic Park movie. The film showcased some of the most groundbreaking special effects of the twentieth century. Michael Crichton’s novel told the unprecedented tale of the genetic recreation of extinct animals. His novel quickly captured the attention of Spielberg, who knew it would become a very successful film. The story’s concept shockingly … Continue Reading

Michael Crichton’s Jurassic Park novel became his most well-known work. The 1993 film adaptation spurred a tremendous dinosaur craze. Fans demanded more. The result was a sequel in the same tone as the original, driven once again through the voice of Ian Malcolm. While the first film deviated from the book in many key areas, the heart of the story remained … Continue Reading

The Jurassic Park novel represents one of the finest works of dinosaur fiction ever published. This novel remains the signature work of the late author Michael Crichton. The book underwent many revisions, eventually turning from a child-friendly story about dinosaurs into a sci-fi horror novel. Crichton’s final work achieves a far darker tone than what was eventually adapted for the … Continue Reading