HuskyCaucasian Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Via Wikipedia: John Michael Crichton (October 23, 1942-November 5, 2008) is an American author, film producer, film director, medical doctor, and television producer best known for his science fiction and techno-thriller novels, films, and television programs. His books have sold over 150 million copies worldwide. His works are usually based on the action genre and heavily feature technology. Many of his future history novels have medical or scientific underpinnings, reflecting his medical training and science background. He's the author of The Andromeda Strain, Congo, Disclosure, Timeline, State of Fear, Prey, and Next. He is also the creator of ER, but most famous for being the author of Jurassic Park, and its sequel The Lost World, both adapted into high grossing films and lead to the very successful franchise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Wow, that's too bad. He wrote many entertaining books, and Jurassic Park, ER, and The Andromeda Strain will stand out in entertainment for some time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightni Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 He must have been chained to a bunk bed with a velociraptor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scenario Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Very sad. What a tremendous talent. I went several years after college not wanting to read more than was absolutely necessary for work. His books are what drew me back in to regular reading. For that I owe him. 'A Case of Need' is a little known classic. Definitely worth the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 QUOTE (scenario @ Nov 5, 2008 -> 12:11 PM) 'A Case of Need' is a little known classic. Definitely worth the time. One of his first and written under a different name. That's a very good book. 'The Terminal Man' was also incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Those were some really good books. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenksismyhero Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 I can't believe he was 66. Up until about 5-6 years ago I read every single one of his books (Airframe I think was the last). Timeline and Jurassic Park are my favs. Lost World was a good book...too bad it was a terrible movie (though same with Timeline) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjshoe04 Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Was a big fan, will definitely miss him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dasox24 Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 QUOTE (scenario @ Nov 5, 2008 -> 01:11 PM) 'A Case of Need' is a little known classic. Definitely worth the time. Absolutely. Very good book... My favorite Crichton contribution has to be ER. I own seasons 1-7 and have watched season 1 probably like 3 times. The show might not be what it once was, but overall it is definitely the best medical drama ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G&T Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 He was my favorite author growing up. I read every book twice at least, until State of Fear. Sphere was a great book (the movie was awful). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjshoe04 Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 QUOTE (G&T @ Nov 5, 2008 -> 09:32 PM) He was my favorite author growing up. I read every book twice at least, until State of Fear. Sphere was a great book (the movie was awful). I absolutely loved Sphere growing up. I might have to read that one again soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThunderBolt Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 The works of Tolkien, King, and Crichton defined my childhood. Crichton, especially influenced my writings and has had a clear and profound impact on pop culture. He will be greatly missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 QUOTE (dasox24 @ Nov 5, 2008 -> 04:53 PM) Absolutely. Very good book... My favorite Crichton contribution has to be ER. I own seasons 1-7 and have watched season 1 probably like 3 times. The show might not be what it once was, but overall it is definitely the best medical drama ever. Its a good thing it is in its last year now. They are about 5 years too late honestly. Back in the day, it was by far the best thing on television. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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