Douglas Adams

Douglas Adams was an English author, scriptwriter, essayist, humorist, satirist, and dramatist. He is best known for his science fiction series 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy'.

Books

This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.

  1. 1. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

    This comedic science fiction novel follows the intergalactic adventures of an unwitting human, Arthur Dent, who is rescued just before Earth's destruction by his friend Ford Prefect, a researcher for a galactic travel guide. Together, they hitch a ride on a stolen spaceship, encountering a range of bizarre characters, including a depressed robot and a two-headed ex-president of the galaxy. Through a series of satirical and absurd escapades, the book explores themes of existentialism, bureaucracy, and the absurdity of life, all while poking fun at the science fiction genre and offering witty commentary on the human condition.

    The 159th Greatest Book of All Time
  2. 2. Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency

    This humorous science fiction novel follows the eccentric detective Dirk Gently, who operates based on the fundamental interconnectedness of all things. His cases involve time travel, ghosts, and an Electric Monk, a labor-saving device that believes things for you. Dirk's current investigation revolves around the disappearance of a cat, a multimillionaire, and a horse in a bathroom, all seemingly unrelated events, but in Dirk's holistic world, everything is connected.

    The 2679th Greatest Book of All Time
  3. 3. Restaurant At The End Of The Universe

    "Restaurant At The End Of The Universe" is a humorous science fiction novel that follows the adventures of a group of eccentric characters as they travel through space and time. After narrowly escaping the destruction of Earth, the group finds themselves dining at the eponymous restaurant, which offers its patrons the unique opportunity to witness the end of the universe. Filled with witty dialogue, absurd situations, and thought-provoking concepts, the book is a satirical exploration of the meaning of life and the absurdity of the universe.

    The 8509th Greatest Book of All Time
  4. 4. Life, The Universe And Everything

    In this comedic science fiction novel, the eccentric and hapless protagonist, along with his companions, embarks on a journey through time and space to prevent the end of the universe. Filled with absurdity, wit, and unexpected twists, the book explores deep philosophical questions while keeping readers entertained with its hilarious and imaginative storytelling.

    The 8782nd Greatest Book of All Time
  5. 5. So Long And Thanks For All The Fish (Hitch Hiker's Guide To The Galaxy, No. 4)

    In the fourth installment of the comedic science fiction series, the protagonist returns to Earth, which he previously thought was destroyed. Surprised to find the planet intact, he embarks on a quest for normalcy and attempts to forge a romantic relationship. Alongside quirky characters, including a rain god unknowingly responsible for bad weather wherever he goes, the story combines whimsical elements, existential musings, and satire. As the adventure unfolds, the protagonist grapples with the peculiarities of life, love, and the pursuit of happiness in a universe that is anything but ordinary.

    The 9192nd Greatest Book of All Time
  6. 6. The Long Dark Tea Time Of The Soul

    In this whimsical and surreal novel, a holistic detective named Dirk Gently finds himself entangled in a bizarre case involving Norse gods, a missing person, and a series of inexplicable events. As he navigates a world where the mundane and the mythical collide, Dirk must unravel the mysteries surrounding an explosion at Heathrow Airport and the peculiar behavior of the ancient deities. With his unconventional methods and a knack for seeing the interconnectedness of all things, Dirk embarks on a humorous and unpredictable journey that challenges the boundaries of reality and logic.

    The 9731st Greatest Book of All Time
  7. 7. Mostly Harmless

    The Fifth Book in the Increasingly Inaccurately Named Hitchhiker's Trilogy

    In this satirical science fiction adventure, which is the fifth book in a humorous series, the protagonist, an unwitting earthman, continues his bizarre intergalactic journey. As he encounters a range of eccentric alien species and experiences the peculiarities of the universe, he grapples with his own significance—or lack thereof—in the vast cosmos. The story combines wit, existential musings, and a sense of the absurd, culminating in a narrative that explores themes of destiny, technology, and the often arbitrary nature of life and bureaucracy across the galaxies.

  8. 8. Young Zaphod Plays It Safe

    In this humorous science fiction novella, a younger version of the eccentric and two-headed Zaphod Beeblebrox embarks on a peculiar mission to investigate a mysterious spaceship that has crashed on a remote planet. Accompanied by a team of professionals, Zaphod navigates a series of bizarre and comedic situations, uncovering strange and potentially dangerous cargo. The story blends wit and absurdity, showcasing Zaphod's unique charm and knack for getting into trouble while hinting at larger cosmic mysteries.

  9. 9. O Guia Definitivo Do Mochileiro Das Galáxias

    Uma Trilogia de Cinco

    In this whimsical and satirical science fiction tale, an ordinary human named Arthur Dent is whisked away from Earth moments before its destruction, embarking on an intergalactic adventure filled with absurdity and humor. Guided by his alien friend Ford Prefect, Arthur navigates a universe where the improbable is commonplace, encountering eccentric characters like the two-headed Zaphod Beeblebrox, the perpetually depressed robot Marvin, and the enigmatic Trillian. Along the way, Arthur learns about the peculiarities of space travel, the significance of a towel, and the ultimate question of life, the universe, and everything, all while consulting a peculiar electronic book that offers unconventional wisdom and advice.