Technology effects every character in this novel and has a great impact on the events that play out. ... In the first scene of the novel, an enormous emphasis is placed on the reliance upon technical devices. ... Alex strives to have a more in depth relationship with his father, he attempts to fence with him, however, Bill's work always interferes with these plans. ... This fact is clearly presented within Alan Lightman's novel. ... Technology has an extreme affect on all of the characters of the novel and on most in the modern world. ...

• Word Count: 772
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

Technology effects every character in this novel and has a great impact on the events that play out. ... In the first scene of the novel, an enormous emphasis is placed on the reliance upon technical devices. ... Alex strives to have a more in depth relationship with his father, he attempts to fence with him, however, Bill's work always interferes with these plans. ... This fact is clearly presented within Alan Lightman's novel. ... Technology has an extreme affect on all of the characters of the novel and on most in the modern world. ...

• Word Count: 773
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

Michael Crichton, in his outstandingly exciting science fiction novel, Jurassic Park, has put together a suspenseful, compelling, riveting, frightening, realistic, thrilling, and scientifically informative world, combining sophisticated biotechnology with prehistoric legend, blending the past, present, and the future, and a terrifying nightmares of science run wild, packed with humans and genetically engineered dinosaurs, including mesmerizing, fast paced action. ... The electric fences stopped working, and the dinosaurs escaped. ...

• Word Count: 370
• Approx Pages: 1
• Grade Level: High School