{"product_id":"rising-sun","title":"Rising Sun by Michael Crichton","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"92\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eBook Summary: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"12\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eRising Sun\u003c\/em\u003e is a gripping techno-thriller set in Los Angeles, where the grand opening of the Nakamoto Corporation's new headquarters is marred by the discovery of a young woman's body on the 46th floor.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eLieutenant Peter J. Smith of the LAPD and retired Captain John Connor are thrust into a complex investigation that uncovers a web of corporate espionage, cultural clashes, and political intrigue.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAs they delve deeper, they realize the murder is part of a larger scheme involving Japanese business practices and American economic vulnerabilities.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCrichton masterfully intertwines suspense with a critical examination of globalization and the shifting power dynamics between the U.S. and Japan during the late 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Rising_Sun_%28Crichton_novel%29?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Rising_Sun_%28Crichton_novel%29?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5625em] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"326\"\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"646\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichael Crichton\u003c\/strong\u003e (1942–2008) was an American author, screenwriter, and filmmaker renowned for his science-based thrillers.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eA Harvard Medical School graduate, Crichton began his writing career under pseudonyms before achieving fame with \u003cem data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"135\"\u003eThe Andromeda Strain\u003c\/em\u003e in 1969.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHis novel \u003cem data-start=\"10\" data-end=\"25\"\u003eJurassic Park\u003c\/em\u003e (1990) became a global phenomenon and was adapted into a blockbuster film directed by Steven Spielberg.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCrichton also created the hit TV series \u003cem data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eER\u003c\/em\u003e, which garnered critical acclaim and numerous awards.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eKnown for his meticulous research and exploration of technological themes, Crichton's works often delved into the ethical implications of scientific advancements.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe passed away in 2008, leaving behind a legacy of influential works that continue to captivate audiences worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of Used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":44276789248257,"sku":"2BGZ203PE-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/RisingSun.jpg?v=1627237640","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/rising-sun","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}