Scientific Aspects of Jurassic Park

             This was a very lengthy and detailed book of 399 pages. However, it was very
             well written. The introduction, consisting of four (4) pages, provided details regarding
             genetic research and technology during the 20th century and projections for the coming
             century. The introduction is followed by the prologue, consisting of seven (7) pages. The
             purpose of the prologue was to set the scene for the remainder of the book. It was very
             graphic, including details of the viciousness of a Raptor attack on a human. As the book
             begins, the first section is entitled, "First Iteration". There is a total of seven (7) iterations.
             Iteration is a word meaning "to repeat" or repetitive. Within each iteration the book is
             broken down into many subsections. This has been done to give the book flow and
             continuity due to its length. This process of writing better enables the reader to keep track
             of the facts and sequence of events.
             John Hammond, an eccentric millionaire is the main character of Jurassic Park.
             He is a most irritating character. Mr. Hammond is both greedy and selfish. Many
             consider him crazy and cheap as well, despite his millions. He states if it were up to him,
             he would charge a $10,000 admission fee to the park. In his idealistic mind, he believes
             that nothing can go wrong with the development of this park and resort. The book
             revolves around his intent to open a resort and theme park on a remote island near Costa
             Rica and the problems he encounters. Plans for this park revolve around a zoo-like
             atmosphere, with rides, games and animals. One of the animal aspects includes dinosaurs.
             Yes, the supposedly extinct dinosaur. The resort portion will include a fashionable hotel
             with tennis courts and many other amenities. However, as Hammond begins, the project
             is plagued with many problems. Not the least of which is out-of-control dinosaurs. When
             all would...

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