The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is a science fiction comedy series written by Douglas Adams. It follows the misadventures of an ordinary human named Arthur Dent, who is swept off Earth just before its destruction to make way for a hyperspace bypass. Arthur embarks on a journey through space with his alien friend Ford Prefect, encountering bizarre characters and absurd situations along the way. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is a hilarious and satirical take on space exploration and the human condition.