74 pages 2 hours read

Douglas Adams

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1979

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Reviews & Readership

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Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is celebrated for its wit, imaginative narrative, and clever satire. Readers praise its humor and philosophical undertones. Some critics find the plot disjointed and the humor too absurd. Overall, it's a beloved sci-fi classic that resonates with fans of quirky and thought-provoking storytelling.

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Who Should Read The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy?

Fans of witty, satirical humor and imaginative science fiction will enjoy The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. Comparable to Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse-Five and Terry Pratchett's Discworld series, this novel appeals to readers who appreciate clever absurdity and thought-provoking comedy.

Recommended

Reading Age

13-18years

Lexile Level

930L

Book Details

Genre
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Humor
Fantasy
Themes
Society: Politics & Government
Natural World: Space & The Universe
Values/Ideas: Science & Technology