Jurassic Park

Synopsis: A new edition of the multimillion copy no. 1 bestselling cross between science fiction and action and adventure, which Steven Spielberg turned into the highest grossing blockbuster ever in 1993. The long-awaited new installment in Spielberg's "Jurassic Park" series, "Jurassic World," is due out on 12th June.

By the author: Born in Chicago in 1942, Michael Crichton first trained as a doctor before going on to become one of the most successful writers in the world. In 1994, he achieved a feat unmatched by any other writer: having simultaneously a number one TV series, book, and movie with, respectively, ER (which he created), Disclosure, and Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park, which was the highest-grossing film of all time upon its release. He also directed several movies, including The Great Railway Robbery with Sean Connery and Donald Sutherland. His high-concept thrillers were international bestsellers, and in total, his books have sold more than 200 million copies worldwide. He died in 2008.