Michael Crichton

Michael Crichton

(1942–2008) science fiction writer United States

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[Wikidata] American author, screenwriter, film director (1942–2008)... | [Wikipedia] John Michael Crichton was an American author and filmmaker. His books have sold over 200 million copies worldwide, and over a dozen have been adapted into films. His literary works heavily feature technology and are usually within the science fiction, techno-thriller, and medical fiction genres. Cri

About Michael Crichton

John Michael Crichton was an American author and filmmaker. His books have sold over 200 million copies worldwide, and over a dozen have been adapted into films. His literary works heavily feature technology and are usually within the science fiction, techno-thriller, and medical fiction genres. Crichton's novels often explore human technological advancement and attempted dominance over nature, both with frequently catastrophic results; many of his works are cautionary tales, especially regarding themes of biotechnology. Several of his stories center on themes of genetic modification, hybridization, paleontology and/or zoology. Many feature medical or scientific underpinnings, reflective of his own medical background.

Known for:

Jurassic Park

Notable works:

Jurassic Park

Awards:

Academy Award for Technical Achievement|Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series|Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation|Lucien Barrière Literary Award|Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best Novel

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