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The Restaurant at the End of the Universe

A continuation of Arthur Dent's cosmic misadventures

Douglas Adams author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Pan Macmillan

Published:5th Mar '20

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In The Restaurant at the End of the Universe, Arthur Dent and his friends seek a meal amidst cosmic chaos, facing Vogons and absurd challenges along the way.

In The Restaurant at the End of the Universe, readers are invited back into the whimsical and chaotic universe created by Douglas Adams. This second installment of the beloved series follows Arthur Dent and his eclectic crew aboard the Heart of Gold as they embark on a quest for a meal at the most extraordinary dining establishment in the cosmos. However, their journey is fraught with challenges, including the relentless pursuit of the Vogons and the threat of being whisked away to a notoriously evil planet. Along the way, they must also tackle the simple yet profound task of teaching a spaceship how to brew a proper cup of tea.

This 42nd Anniversary Edition of The Restaurant at the End of the Universe includes exclusive bonus material from the Douglas Adams archives, along with an insightful introduction by Monty Python star Terry Jones. The book not only continues the humor and charm of the first volume, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, but also expands on the themes of absurdity and the unpredictable nature of life in the universe. Readers will find themselves immersed in a narrative filled with wit, clever commentary, and unforgettable characters.

Fans of the original series will appreciate the additional insights and behind-the-scenes content that enhance the reading experience. As Arthur and his friends navigate the bizarre intricacies of space and time, they remind us that even in the face of cosmic chaos, there's always room for laughter and a good meal. Join them in this delightful escapade that challenges the very fabric of reality and invites readers to ponder the meaning of existence, one meal at a time.

One of the greatest achievements in comedy. A work of staggering genius -- David Walliams
Dazzlingly inventive -- Caitlin Moran
Fizzing with ideas . . . Brilliant -- Charlie Brooker
I haven’t known many geniuses in my life. Some brilliantly smart people, but only a tiny handful would I class as geniuses. I would class Douglas, because he saw things differently, and he was capable of communicating the way he saw things, and once he explained things the way he saw them, it was almost impossible to see them the way you used to see them -- Neil Gaiman
It changed my whole life. It's literally out of this world -- Tom Baker
Hitchhiker’s is packed with that unique energy, all barmy and bristling and bold. This book can be witty, iconoclastic, godless, savage, sweet, surreal, but above all, it dares to be silly. Fiercely, beautifully silly -- Russell T. Davies, writer and producer of Doctor Who
He had almost a Wodehousian style and some of his phrases and jokes entered our language. He changed the way people spoke -- Stephen Fry
There has never been another writer remotely like Douglas Adams. He discovered a completely new genre – scientific wit – and having discovered it he raised it to dizzying heights -- Tony Robinson
Quite good I suppose, if you like brilliantly entertaining books written with a touch of imaginative genius -- Griff Rhys Jones
Very occasionally a book comes along that changes the way you laugh and what you laugh about -- Richard Dawkins
One of the world’s sanest, smartest, kindest, funniest voices * Independent on Sunday *
Magical . . . read this book * Sunday Express *
Sheer delight * The Times *

ISBN: 9781529034530

Dimensions: 197mm x 129mm x 17mm

Weight: 177g

240 pages