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Title: Lifestory of the famous author
Review: Surprisingly great autobiography from the master of fiction.On the surface, this is an interesting background biography of popular author Michael Crichton. It covers his academic background at Harvard Medical School, follows his decision to drop out of modern medicine (interesting given that he produces TV series ER) and then follows him around the world.Get past the biography and find a tale about exploring the world. I read the book several years ago just as my eyes were starting to open to the world. His adventures were a roadmap for expanding the mind through travel.It's a very interesting travel log. Are his experiences more clouded by a medical background, a writer's imagination or a desire to live as the locals? In the end it's a remarkable tale of discovery, not so oversimplified as to ignore the pains of the road. Think a medically trained Paul Theroux.I highly recommend this book on both levels - to understand the author, and to encourage a broader worldview.
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