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The Restaurant at the End of the Universe (Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy Book 2)

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Young Adult

by Douglas Adams

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4.50 (6K ratings)
calendar_today 1980
description 224 pages

The Restaurant at the End of the Universe by Douglas Adams holds a exceptional rating of 4.50 out of 5, based on 6K reader ratings. First published in 1980. The book spans 224 pages.

About The Restaurant at the End of the Universe

The Restaurant at the End of the Universe is the second book in the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy comedy science fiction "trilogy" by Douglas Adams, and is a sequel. It was originally published by Pan Books as a paperback. The book was inspired by the song "Grand Hotel" by British rock band Procol Harum. The book title refers to Milliways, the Restaurant at the End of the Universe, one of the settings of the book.


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Also contained in:

- [The Hitch Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy: A Trilogy in Four Parts][2]
- [The More Than Complete Hitchhiker's Guide][3]
- Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

[1]: http://www.douglasadams.com/creations/0345391810.html
[2]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL2163692W
[3]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL2163713W

Detail Value
Author Douglas Adams
Published 1980
Pages 224
Kindle Price $7.99
Genres Young Adult
Average Rating 4.50 / 5.00
Total Ratings 5,971

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.5
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6K ratings
With a rating of 4.50, The Restaurant at the End of the Universe is rated above the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.54, it performs on par.

How It Compares

4.50
This Book
4.54
Young Adult Average
4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Restaurant at the End of the Universe?

The Restaurant at the End of the Universe is categorized as Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Young Adult.

Is The Restaurant at the End of the Universe worth reading?

Based on 6K reader ratings, The Restaurant at the End of the Universe has an average score of 4.50 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional."

How many pages is The Restaurant at the End of the Universe?

The Restaurant at the End of the Universe has 224 pages.

Who wrote The Restaurant at the End of the Universe?

The Restaurant at the End of the Universe was written by Douglas Adams. It was first published in 1980.

What is the ISBN for The Restaurant at the End of the Universe?

The ISBN-13 for The Restaurant at the End of the Universe is 9788386211883.

How much does The Restaurant at the End of the Universe cost on Kindle?

The Restaurant at the End of the Universe is available on Kindle for $7.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.

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