Book description
Jurassic Park / The Lost World - A Dual-Novel Masterpiece for the Modern Reader
Michael Crichton's two novels have long been regarded as cornerstones of contemporary science fiction, and this special Barnes & Noble Collectible Edition does them a great service by presenting both stories in one elegant volume. From the moment you open the stamped leather cover, you can feel the weight of history: gilt-edged pages, colorful endpapers, and a satin-ribbon bookmark that promise an experience as polished as the dinosaur-laden adventures within.
Crichton's first book, Jurassic Park, remains a pulse-pounding thriller that still feels fresh. The premise-cloning prehistoric creatures for a theme park-is simple yet mind-bending, and Crichton turns it into a tight narrative about hubris, science, and the limits of control. The characters are vivid: the skeptical paleontologist Dr. Grant, the visionary entrepreneur John Hammond, and the ever-present sense of danger that lurks behind every "safe" protocol. The story's climax-dinosaurs running amok in an amusement park-remains as shocking today as it did when first published.
The Lost World, set six years later, expands the scope to a remote island where dinosaurs are bred for profit. Here Crichton adds layers of corporate intrigue and a new cast of scientists who must navigate both the jungle's perils and rival competitors. The tension is just as high; the stakes feel even higher because the world has now seen what can happen when science goes unchecked.
What makes this edition special isn't just its design-though the leather cover and gilt trim are undeniably impressive-but how it lets you trace Crichton's narrative arc in a single sitting. Reading Jurassic Park followed immediately by The Lost World allows you to see the evolution of themes: from awe at creation to the sobering realization that technology can be as destructive as it is wondrous.
For fans of speculative science, adventure, and compelling characters, this collection is a must-have. It's an engaging read for adults who remember the original releases and a thrilling introduction for younger readers curious about dinosaurs and ethical science. The book feels both timeless and urgent-reminding us that curiosity can lead to greatness or disaster, depending on how we choose to wield it.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience