Mostly Harmless
The final adventure in a beloved sci-fi series
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Pan Macmillan
Published:5th Mar '20
Should be back in stock very soon
In the final part of Douglas Adams' series, Arthur Dent navigates parenthood and the universe's absurdities while searching for his daughter.
In Mostly Harmless, the fifth and final installment of Douglas Adams' beloved series, readers are reintroduced to Arthur Dent, who has finally settled on the peaceful planet of Lamuella. Here, he embraces a simple life as a sandwich maker, hoping to leave behind the chaos of his previous galactic adventures. However, his aspirations for tranquility are soon disrupted by the unexpected arrival of his daughter, who brings with her the trials of adolescence and a copy of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. This twist of fate sends Arthur on a familiar yet daunting journey through the universe.
As Arthur navigates the challenges of parenting a frustrated teenager, he finds himself confronting the same absurdities that have characterized his life since the destruction of Earth. The narrative explores themes of family, identity, and the often humorous struggles of adult life. With the backdrop of interstellar escapades, Mostly Harmless combines wit and wisdom, showcasing Adams' signature style that has captivated readers for decades.
This edition also includes exclusive bonus material from the Douglas Adams archives and an introduction by Dirk Maggs, providing fans with deeper insights into the creation of this iconic series. With its blend of humor and poignant moments, Mostly Harmless serves as a fitting conclusion to a series that has left an indelible mark on science fiction literature.
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
Really entertaining and fun -- Michael Palin
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 *
Sheer delight * The Times *
Magical . . . read this book * Sunday Express *
ISBN: 9781529034561
Dimensions: 197mm x 131mm x 19mm
Weight: 196g
272 pages