# The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy: 42nd Anniversary Edition

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy 42nd Anniversary Edition is Douglas Adams’s comic science-fiction novel, with bonus material from the archives and an introduction by Russell T Davies. This English-language edition is listed at 224 pages.

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- Price: 5.75 GBP
- Previous price: 9.99 GBP
- Discount: 42%
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- Rating: 4.4 / 5
- Reviews: 30223

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## At a glance

- The 42nd Anniversary Edition includes exclusive bonus material from the Douglas Adams archives.
- An introduction by Russell T Davies is listed for this edition.
- Follows Arthur Dent’s adventures after Earth is demolished to make way for a hyperspace express route.

## Pros

- The listed archive bonus material and introduction distinguish this anniversary edition from a basic description of the novel.
- At 224 pages, the listing gives a clear print length for buyers comparing editions.

## Specifications

### Book details
- Publisher: Pan
- Publication date: 5 Mar. 2020
- Edition: Main Market
- Language: English
- Print length: 224 pages
- Reading age: 15+ years, from customers
### Identifiers and format
- ISBN-10: 1529034523
- ISBN-13: 978-1529034523
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 1.4 x 19.4 cm

## A good fit for

- Readers looking for comic science fiction centred on Arthur Dent’s intergalactic misadventures.
- Fans interested in an anniversary edition with archive bonus material and an introduction by Russell T Davies.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback highlights the book’s readability, humour and entertaining mix of science fiction and comedy, with the story also described as thought-provoking and engaging. That praise may suit readers seeking an accessible comic novel, while the listing’s 224-page length helps set expectations for the print edition. Enjoyment is also reported as mixed, so the comic style may not appeal equally to every reader.
- Positive themes: Customers describe the book as easy and fun to read, with humour and an engaging story.
- Positive themes: Feedback praises its blend of science fiction and comedy and its thought-provoking content.
- Mixed feedback: Customer feedback includes mixed views on enjoyment.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is included in this anniversary edition?
The listing describes exclusive bonus material from the Douglas Adams archives and an introduction by Russell T Davies.
### How long is the book?
The listed print length is 224 pages.
### What is the story about?
Arthur Dent is swept into space after Earth is demolished for a hyperspace express route, beginning a series of intergalactic misadventures.

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## Images

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