Summary of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: The Illustrated Edition

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, the beloved classic first published in 1979, is now available as a newly revised and updated illustrated edition. Written by Douglas Adams and based on the popular BBC Radio 4 program of the same name, this book follows Arthur Dent as he embarks on a journey across the universe after Earth is unexpectedly destroyed. Along the way, he meets a variety of strange characters and has wild, wacky, and sometimes terrifying adventures. Throughout the journey, the characters are guided by The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, which contains helpful advice and information on the myriad of bizarre situations in which they find themselves. With an updated look and illustrations by former Monty Python animator, Terry Gilliam, this new edition is sure to be a classic for old and new fans alike.