Aaron Fields

Aaron Fields asked Lawrence Wright:

I read you're memoir on Texas right after I transplanted to the Lone Star State. I still reference it when I try to explain the history and region to others. Its a great read that I heavily relate to. When I read about "The End of October" I immediately thought of Michael Crichton. Do you think that your novel is similar to Crichton's style? Any inspiration from him?

Lawrence Wright I actually met Michael Crichton soon after "The Andromeda Strain" came out. I was in a publishing course and he came to talk. So, yes, I was intrigued by him and his work. I remember him saying that it took him some ridiculously short time to write it--weeks, not months. I wish I could emulate him in that way!

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Alonso

Alonso asked Lawrence Wright:

Hi Mr. Lawrence! thanks for the opportunity! I would like to ask you about how far do you think middle east from a laic wellness democratic goverment. may be not not an occidental way but far away from extremist. which would be the country closer? thanks again!

James O'donoghue

James O'donoghue asked Lawrence Wright:

Much of your work explores the perils of religious extremism. Do you notice similar characteristics within secular movements, say political factions in the US today? If so, has any group you’ve studied ever found its way back to reason after it was abandoned?

Andy Jessop

Andy Jessop asked Lawrence Wright:

Hey Laurence. Really loved reading The Looming Tower. Were you pleased with the HBO adaption of it?

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