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Douglas Adams – The Hitch Hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy – True First Edition 1979 – SIGNED to Slartibartfast by the author
£3,750.00
True first edition, first printing. Published by PAN in London, 1979. This is a very good copy of the true first issue, as adapted from the radio series. The soft covers are bright and clean to each of the panels and with some small creases to the front panel. The text blocks are clean throughout, aside from a light stain to the title page. The usual browning through age as is always the case with the poor paper stock. SIGNED ‘For Slartibartfast/ – look forward to the re-release /of the Suffolk coast/ Douglas Adams/’ to the title page. The internals are free from previous owners inscriptions. Overall, this is a very good copy. Complete with the flyer from the signing on Saturday 20th October, 1979 in Birmingham. A nice ephemeral piece which doubles as provenance.
The true first issue of what was originally a 1978 radio comedy broadcast on BBC Radio 4. Douglas Adams and “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” have left an indelible mark on popular culture since its inception in 1978. Adams’ wit, satire, and unique storytelling captivated audiences, spawning a devoted fan base and influencing countless works across various mediums.
The series’ blend of absurdity and profound philosophical commentary on life, the universe, and everything resonated with readers, sparking discussions on topics ranging from existentialism to the meaning of existence. Its iconic catch-phrases like “Don’t Panic” and the significance of the number ‘42’ became cultural touchstones.
Adams’ influence extended beyond literature, impacting radio, television, film, and even video games. The radio adaptation, stage productions, and the 2005 film adaptation further solidified its place in mainstream culture. “Hitchhiker’s” inspired a generation of writers and creators, shaping the landscape of science fiction and humour.
Moreover, its exploration of technology, bureaucracy, and the human condition remains relevant, reflecting contemporary societal concerns. The Guide itself, a fictional compendium of absurd knowledge, became a metaphor for our own quest for understanding in an often confusing world.
Exceedingly scarce in this unread condition and signed without dedication.
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True first edition, first printing. Published by PAN in London, 1979. This is a very good copy of the true first issue, as adapted from the radio series. The soft covers are bright and clean to each of the panels and with some small creases to the front panel. The text blocks are clean throughout, aside from a light stain to the title page. The usual browning through age as is always the case with the poor paper stock. SIGNED ‘For Slartibartfast/ – look forward to the re-release /of the Suffolk coast/ Douglas Adams/’ to the title page. The internals are free from previous owners inscriptions. Overall, this is a very good copy. Complete with the flyer from the signing on Saturday 20th October, 1979 in Birmingham. A nice ephemeral piece which doubles as provenance.
The true first issue of what was originally a 1978 radio comedy broadcast on BBC Radio 4. Douglas Adams and “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” have left an indelible mark on popular culture since its inception in 1978. Adams’ wit, satire, and unique storytelling captivated audiences, spawning a devoted fan base and influencing countless works across various mediums.
The series’ blend of absurdity and profound philosophical commentary on life, the universe, and everything resonated with readers, sparking discussions on topics ranging from existentialism to the meaning of existence. Its iconic catch-phrases like “Don’t Panic” and the significance of the number ‘42’ became cultural touchstones.
Adams’ influence extended beyond literature, impacting radio, television, film, and even video games. The radio adaptation, stage productions, and the 2005 film adaptation further solidified its place in mainstream culture. “Hitchhiker’s” inspired a generation of writers and creators, shaping the landscape of science fiction and humour.
Moreover, its exploration of technology, bureaucracy, and the human condition remains relevant, reflecting contemporary societal concerns. The Guide itself, a fictional compendium of absurd knowledge, became a metaphor for our own quest for understanding in an often confusing world.
Exceedingly scarce in this unread condition and signed without dedication.
