Jurassic Park - Michael Crichton

Jurassic Park

By Michael Crichton

  • Release Date: 1990-11-07
  • Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Score: 4.5
From 3,028 Ratings

Description

#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

Reviews

  • Excellent Book

    By Btt Hockey
    While the book might be a little detail heavy in parts, the story was incredible. As a long time fan of the movies, reading this book gave me a new appreciation for parts that weren’t fully explained. The story is vastly different from the movie, and worth a read. If you are a fan, you will like this book!
  • Totally different from expectation

    By LmG200447
    It was very different from the movie in a great way, I wish the movie had done it justice
  • Simply the best

    By Mixer mike
    I honestly believe this is the greatest book ever written. From the detail to the science to the description and of the dinosaurs this book is simply not matched. Michael is fantastic thank you for this piece of inspirational art!
  • Excellent - better than the movies

    By cayuga11x
    Shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone - the books are always better. But this was phenomenal, I finished in two days. Onto the Lost World!
  • A Jurassic Tale that will leave you perplexed!

    By Eddy777::7
    Upon revisiting this book at the age of 31, I was struck by its enduring relevance. The author’s masterful storytelling and profound exploration of complex themes make it a timeless classic. While Michael Crichton’s writing predates many of the scientific concepts discussed in the book, such as chaos theory and the influence of genetics on modern science, the characters’ insightful perspectives remain pertinent today. The book prompts contemplation on the ethical implications of technological advancements and scientific progress. In contrast to the film adaptation, the book’s graphic depiction of violence and gore is far more intense, leaving the reader with a sense of unease and curiosity about how certain scenes would have been portrayed on screen. Crichton’s exceptional ability to captivate the reader’s attention and imagination is evident throughout the narrative. The inclusion of dinosaur elements in the book is highly satisfying, evoking a sense of wonder and curiosity. The author’s vivid descriptions transport the reader to a prehistoric world, leaving them yearning for more. I intend to read his next work of literature titled,“The Lost World” to explore the author’s further exploration of dinosaurs and their impact on human life within the Jurassic Park universe! This book is highly recommended for enthusiasts of dinosaurs and science fiction, as well as anyone seeking an engaging and imaginative read that transcends the limitations of television.
  • Enjoyed the book more than the movie

    By Joelp12
    I was a big fan of the movie but the book was a social commentary about the dangers of entrepreneurial endeavors utilizing cutting edge scientific discoveries.
  • What a ride!

    By Montgomery88
    It's the best book I have ever read! If only the movie was this GOOD!
  • A must read book for a adventure

    By spaceboy 700
    This is so cool better than the Jurassic Park movies. It’s the detail that Michael Creighton puts in and the imagination comes to life just a blast
  • Thrilling and unexpected

    By DemocratCat
    After thinking about this for a little while, the book is so much better than the movie. Due to emerging tech, the fact that Jurassic Park was possible is a feat that will always remembered, but the book is so good. There’s a big biotech angle, so prepare for that, but it’s so good. It’s a must read.
  • 🙌🏻👏🏻👍🏻🥳

    By minecraftissupercool😁
    Great book. I don’t like the lizards though! They’re creepy. And mean!! And too smart; babies-at night-I thought they were just biting?!??!!? Now they’re eating?!?!!!!?! But anyways I haven’t actually finished the book yet, I’ll update this when I do!