{"product_id":"hitchhikers-guide-to-the-galaxy-8-books-collection-set-douglas-adams-paperback","title":"The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 8 Books Collection Set by Douglas Adams - Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy\u003cbr\u003eThe Restaurant at the End of the Universe\u003cbr\u003eLife, the Universe and Everything\u003cbr\u003eSo Long, and Thanks for All the Fish\u003cbr\u003eMostly Harmless\u003cbr\u003eDirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency\u003cbr\u003eThe Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul\u003cbr\u003eThe Salmon of Doubt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e BRAND NEW\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pan Macmillan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adult \/ Young Adult\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis eight-book paperback collection brings together Douglas Adams' legendary Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy series alongside his acclaimed Dirk Gently novels and the posthumous essay collection The Salmon of Doubt. From cosmic catastrophe to comic detective work, this set is a complete introduction to one of science fiction's wittiest and most beloved authors, perfect for new readers and longtime fans wanting a matching paperback set on their shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe saga opens with The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, where Arthur Dent escapes Earth's destruction moments before demolition for a hyperspace bypass, armed with nothing but a towel and an alien guidebook marked \"DON'T PANIC\". The story continues across The Restaurant at the End of the Universe, Life, the Universe and Everything, So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish, and Mostly Harmless, following Arthur, Ford Prefect, and their companions through absurd galactic misadventures and encounters with memorable alien creations. The set also includes Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency and The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul, introducing Adams' other comic creation: private investigator Dirk Gently, who solves crimes through his belief in the \"fundamental interconnectedness of all things\". Rounding things out is The Salmon of Doubt, a posthumous gathering of unfinished fiction, essays, and interviews offering a glimpse into Adams' creative mind. Together, these eight books showcase Adams' singular blend of science fiction, satire, and surreal humour that has entertained millions and inspired radio, television, and film adaptations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete eight-book paperback collection in one convenient set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes the full five-book Hitchhiker's Guide \"trilogy\" plus both Dirk Gently novels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures the posthumous essay collection The Salmon of Doubt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal gift for science fiction and comedy fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new condition, matching paperback editions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA modern classic collection that never goes out of style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDouglas Adams (1952–2001) was an English author, screenwriter, and humourist best known for The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, originally created as a BBC radio series before becoming a bestselling novel series. His work combined absurdist wit with genuine scientific curiosity, earning him a devoted worldwide readership. Beyond the Hitchhiker's series, he created the Dirk Gently detective novels and co-wrote Last Chance to See, a nonfiction exploration of endangered species. Adams remains one of the most influential comic science fiction writers of the twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're discovering Douglas Adams for the first time or completing your collection, this set delivers galaxy-spanning adventure, sharp wit, and unforgettable characters across eight essential books in one great-value paperback bundle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: Cover artwork may vary slightly from the image shown, and the ISBN reflects the UK edition supplied.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Douglas Adams","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57860880040318,"sku":null,"price":28.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/4549\/8093\/files\/hitchhikers-guide-to-the-galaxy-8-books-set-douglas-adams-paperback-1.jpg?v=1787022731","url":"https:\/\/www.letsbuybooks.com\/products\/hitchhikers-guide-to-the-galaxy-8-books-collection-set-douglas-adams-paperback","provider":"Lets Buy Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}