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The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
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Aged 11 I had seen the first episode of the TV series. I loved it. I was given £1 and bought this book for 95p. I still own that book. It's been read so often it's falling apart. This is one of my favourite books ever. I've read every book in the series and always go back to it. Everyman Arthur Dent has a bad day that turns into a really bad day! Aliens, beer, fish and towels. Cannot praise or recommend it enough, persevere and don't forget your towel! ...more
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