Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy Boxed Set by Douglas Adams

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The “Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” series by Douglas Adams consists of five books:

1. “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” (1979) – This is the first book in the series, introducing readers to Arthur Dent, a hapless Earthling who is swept off the planet just before it is destroyed to make way for a hyperspace bypass. Alongside Ford Prefect, a researcher for the titular guidebook, Arthur embarks on a series of intergalactic misadventures.

2. “The Restaurant at the End of the Universe” (1980) – In the sequel, Arthur and his companions find themselves traveling through space and time, encountering bizarre characters and situations as they search for a decent meal and the ultimate answer to the question of life, the universe, and everything.

3. “Life, the Universe and Everything” (1982) – In this installment, Arthur and his friends are embroiled in a cosmic conflict between two rival factions, with the fate of the universe hanging in the balance. Along the way, they encounter ancient civilizations, sentient mattresses, and the enigmatic answer to the ultimate question.

4. “So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish” (1984) – After a brief hiatus, Arthur Dent finds himself back on Earth, which has mysteriously reappeared. As he tries to adjust to life back home, he becomes entangled in a romance and uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the planet’s future.

5. “Mostly Harmless” (1992) – In the final book of the series, Arthur Dent’s adventures take a dark turn as he grapples with existential angst and searches for meaning in a universe that seems determined to thwart his every effort. Meanwhile, the fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance as conflicting forces converge for a final showdown.

These five books together form the core of the “Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” series, offering readers a humorous and satirical journey through the cosmos.