Jurassic Park: A Novel

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the author of Timeline, Sphere, and Congo, this is the classic thriller of science run amok that took the world by storm.

Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read

“[Michael] Crichton’s dinosaurs are genuinely frightening.”—Chicago Sun-Times


An astonishing technique for recovering and cloning dinosaur DNA has been discovered. Now humankind’s most thrilling fantasies have come true. Creatures extinct for eons roam Jurassic Park with their awesome presence and profound mystery, and all the world can visit them—for a price.
 
Until something goes wrong. . . .
 
In Jurassic Park, Michael Crichton taps all his mesmerizing talent and scientific brilliance to create his most electrifying technothriller.

Praise for Jurassic Park
 
“Wonderful . . . powerful.”The Washington Post Book World

“Frighteningly real . . . compelling . . . It’ll keep you riveted.”—The Detroit News
 
“Full of suspense.”The New York Times Book Review

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4.7
3.11K reviews
Otoduz Shark
October 5, 2024
It's a gripping tale that explores the consequences of playing god. Its combination of adventure, ethical questions, and unforgettable characters makes it a classic. Whether you're a fan of dinosaurs or thrilling plots, this book is a must-read.
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Mark Dietrich
January 7, 2014
I had already seen the movies and such going into this but there were many differences, very many. Nonetheless, its still a great read and keeps you on the edge of your seat as soon as the first event happens. I also enjoyed seeing the Jurassic park universe in such detail, really gave me a good picture if what it really would have been like if dinosaurs would indeed still be around. Truely a great read for everyone and i highly reccomend this book.
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A Google user
July 17, 2012
I've loved the movie all my life, so I figured it was about time that I got around to reading the inspiration, this novel. I have to admit the first 80 or so pages dragged on to me, but once I got to the interesting parts [the island and the animals, and oh god, the science], I was hooked. Nothing at all like the movie, but both are wonderful in their own ways. I enjoy written word almost more than movies, sometimes, because it's fun to picture the things happening in your own head. I understand budget restrictions on movies, but the movie doesn't include half of what the book does. There are more dinosaurs, more people... Definitely recommended!
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About the author

Michael Crichton’s novels include The Andromeda Strain, The Great Train Robbery, Congo, Jurassic Park, Rising Sun, Disclosure, and The Lost World. He was as well the creator of the television series ER. Crichton died in 2008.

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