Michael Crichton, Nov. 4, age 66: Michael Crichton was one
of the most successful writers in contemporary American fiction. A graduate of
Harvard Medical School, Crichton found his biggest successes in stories and
books that used his medical and scientific background, and many
... moreof his thrillers
were made into films. His books include "The Andromeda Strain," "Disclosure,"
"Rising Sun, "Congo," and perhaps most famously, "Jurassic Park," which spawned
a successful film franchise. He was also co-creator of the NBC hit "ER," the last season of which began this fall. In 2002,
a newly discovered small species of dinosaur was named for him: Crichtonsaurus
bohlini. After his sudden death from throat cancer, his family released a
statement, remembering Crichton as "a devoted husband, loving father and
generous friend who inspired each of us to strive to see the wonders of our
world through new eyes." Same goes for the rest of us.
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