The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul
(Author) Douglas AdamsThe second Dirk Gently book by Douglas Adams, The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul is a witty detective story perfect for fans of his phenomenally successful The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. When a passenger check-in desk at Terminal Two, Heathrow Airport, shot up through the roof engulfed in a ball of orange flame, the usual people tried to claim responsibility. First the IRA, then the PLO and the Gas Board. Even British Nuclear Fuels rushed out a statement to the effect that the situation was completely under control, that it was a one in a million chance, that there was hardly any radioactive leakage at all and that the site of the explosion would make a nice location for a day out with the kids and a picnic, before finally having to admit that it wasn't actually anything to do with them at all. No rational cause could be found for the explosion - it was simply designated an act of God. But, thinks Dirk Gently, which God? And why? What God would be hanging around Terminal Two of Heathrow Airport trying to catch the 15:37 to Oslo? 'A thumping good detective-ghost-horror-who dunnit-time travel-romantic-musical-comedy-epic' - Douglas Adams, on Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency. Continue this surreal series with the unfinished The Salmon of Doubt.
Douglas Adams
Douglas Adams was a British author and humorist best known for his science fiction series "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." His witty and irreverent writing style, combined with his unique perspective on the universe, made him a beloved figure in the genre of comedic science fiction. Adams' work continues to inspire readers and writers alike, as he challenged the conventions of traditional science fiction and brought a fresh, humorous approach to the genre. "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" remains his most famous and enduring work, captivating audiences with its quirky characters, absurd situations, and philosophical musings on life, the universe, and everything. Adams' contributions to literature have left a lasting impact, solidifying his legacy as a master of blending humor and imagination in storytelling.