Do you want to understand how to swim, or do you want to ju… - Michael Crichton

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Do you want to understand how to swim, or do you want to jump in and start swimming? Only people who are afraid of the water want to understand it. Other people jump in and get wet.

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John Michael Crichton (pronounced [kraɪtən]) (23 October 1942 – 4 November 2008) was an American best-selling author, physician, producer, director and screenwriter, best known for his work in the science fiction, medical fiction and thriller genres. His books have sold over 200 million copies worldwide, and many have been adapted into films.

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Birth Name: John Michael Crichton

Alternative Names: Michael Douglas • Jeffery Hudson • John Lange

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