Breaking: Michael Crichton dead at 66

I have just learned that Michael Crichton, writer of such bestsellers as Jurassic Park, The Andromeda Strain, and created ER – the wildly popular television medical drama, has died of cancer. This is according to  Reuters:

Crichton, a medical doctor turned novelist whose books have sold more than 150 million copies worldwide, died "unexpectedly" on Tuesday in Los Angeles after a private battle with cancer, his family said.

I remember when Jurassic Park came out and it seemed like everyone was reading it at the time. Then I watched the movie after it was released.

My deepest sympathies are extended to his family, friends and legions of fans around the world. Rest in peace, Michael!

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