Douglas Adams

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Douglas Adams, a legend of imaginative fiction, ushered in the advent of comedic science fiction with The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. The book developed into a hugely successful series of five novels. The Dirk Gently series—Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency and The Long Dark Tea-time of the Soul—helped cement Adams as one of the most successful and beloved authors in science fiction.

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Dirk Gently

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Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency Box Set

Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency and The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul

By Douglas Adams

Discover the hilarious and beloved Dirk Gently novels from legendary science fiction author Douglas Adams—the basis for the TV series on BBC America!

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