The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Illustrated Edition
(Author) Douglas Adams'One of the greatest achievements in comedy. A work of staggering genius' - David Walliams Gorgeous 42nd Anniversary gift edition of Douglas Adams's pop-culture classic, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, stunningly illustrated throughout by Costa Award-winner Chris Riddell. It's an ordinary Thursday lunchtime for Arthur Dent until his house gets demolished. The Earth follows shortly afterwards to make way for a new hyperspace express route, and Arthur's best friend has just announced that he's an alien. At this moment, they're hurtling through space with nothing but their towels and a book inscribed in large, friendly letters: DON'T PANIC. The book is The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and the weekend has only just begun . . . Douglas Adams's mega-selling pop-culture classic sends logic into orbit, plays havoc with physics and twists time, but most importantly it's very, very funny.
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.