Clo's Hitchhiking Ways

Ok, I know it's not "literature" as mainstreamers would see it, but I LOVE Douglas Adams, and I think Hitchhiker's Guide, although highly campy, is it's an intelligent campy. I love British humour (notice the insertion of the U. ;o) ), which is probably part of my fondness of this series, but what I think I like most about this book, and truly, the series, is that he didn't really go overboard. He knew how to begin the chapter of the life of these travelers, and where to end it. Perhaps that's how Adams' Hitchhikers series also became a radio show, and if I'm not mistaken, a mini-series of some sort.

The fact Adams picked such a dull, mediocre man like Arthur Dent to hitchhike around the galaxy was classic on his part. (In fact, I truly wonder if he's not the fourth most intelligent lifeform on Earth, rather than the third. ;o) ) But, he still has his moments, like trying to tell the Vogon his poetry was astounding in order to save him from the probability of certain death (thank goodness he had a relation to that phone number). But, for the most part, it's his dullness that entertains me.

I could go on and on, and like I said, it may not be highbrow literature, but every time I read it, I get a good chuckle.

Those are my thoughts. Yours?

Has anyone else read Christopher Moore?

I picked up one of his books on a whim, and rather enjoyed it. He's not really "deep" or anything, but rather amusing. Ironically, the one I read was about vampires (Bloodsucking Fiends). I just thought I would put that out there, and if anyone else has read anything else by him that's worth a look, let me know. :)

Happy Reading!

~Clo

This Month's Discussion

Don't forget, this month's discussion is going to be Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. A fun, quirky, easy read (in my honest opinion). Pick up your copy today!

~Clo