The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is a comedic science fiction series written by Douglas Adams. It follows the misadventures of Arthur Dent, a hapless human 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 exploration of the universe that has become a beloved cult classic.
