Michael Crichton
Biography
Michael Crichton was an American author, screenwriter, and filmmaker, best known for his groundbreaking work in the realm of science fiction. Born on October 23, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, Crichton possessed a deep fascination with science that would go on to inform much of his writing. Crichton is perhaps most famous for his novel "Jurassic Park," which was later adapted into the wildly successful film franchise of the same name. His skillful blend of cutting-edge science and heart-pounding suspense captivated readers and movie-goers alike, cementing his place as one of the most influential voices in the genre. In addition to "Jurassic Park," Crichton penned a number of other bestselling novels, including "The Andromeda Strain," "Next," and "Timeline." He also wrote and directed several films, including "Westworld" and "The Great Train Robbery." Michael Crichton's work continues to captivate audiences around the world, and his legacy as a master storyteller lives on through his prolific literary and cinematic endeavors.
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Michael Crichton not part of a series
- A Case of Need
- Airframe
- Airframe.
- Andromeda Strain
- Congo
- Congo -Canc
- Devoradores de Cadaveres
- Die Gedanken des B�?¶sen.
- Dinopark/Jurassic Park
- Disclosure
- Eaters of the Dead
- Eaters of the Dead: The Manuscript of Ibn Fadlan, Relating His Experiences With the Northmen in A.D. 922
- El Hombre Terminal
- Electronic Life: How to Think About Computers
- Endstation.
- Five Patients
- Five Patients: The Hospital Explained
- Great Train Robbery
- Harc�?¨lement
- Jurassic Park
- Jurassic Park-O.M.
- Le monde perdu
- Lost World
- Michael Crichton's Jurassic World
- Michael Crichton: Two Complete Novels : Disclosure, Rising Sun
- Parque Jurasico/Jurassic Park
- Parque Jurásico
- Prey
- Prey LP
- Prey:
- Rescate En El Tiempo
- Rising Sun
- Soleil Levant
- Sphere
- TIMELINE
- The Andromeda Strain
- The Great Train Robbery
- The Lost World
- The Lost World:
- The Terminal Man
- The great train robbery
- Three Complete Novels: The Andromeda Strain, The Terminal Man, and The Great Train Robbery
- Timeline
- Timeline - Large Print
- Timeline- Unabridged
- Timeline: Ai Confini Del Tempo
- Travels
- Twister: The Original Screenplay
New Collection of Three Complete
Books in the New Collection of Three Complete series by Michael Crichton
- Michael Crichton: A New Collection of Three Complete Novels : Congo/Sphere/Eaters of the Dead
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- Jurassic Park
- The Lost World
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- Jurassic Park III
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Michael Crichton's books
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael Crichton best known for?
Michael Crichton is best known for writing techno-thriller novels, with his most famous work being Jurassic Park.
How many Jurassic Park books did Michael Crichton write?
Michael Crichton wrote two Jurassic Park books: Jurassic Park in 1990 and The Lost World in 1995.
Did Michael Crichton write the screenplay for the Jurassic Park movie?
Yes, Michael Crichton wrote the screenplay for the Jurassic Park movie adaptation, which was released in 1993.
Are Michael Crichton's books based on scientific concepts?
Yes, many of Michael Crichton's books are based on scientific concepts and often explore the ethical implications of advancements in technology.
What other famous works did Michael Crichton write?
In addition to his Jurassic Park series, Michael Crichton also wrote popular novels such as The Andromeda Strain, Sphere, and Timeline.