So Long and Thanks for All the Fish

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There have been several references to the words of Douglas Adams on this forum and a while back, mabye 20 years or so ago, in his leaving e-mail, a work colleague signed off with “So Long and Thanks for All the Fish”

To-date I have still not read this books and today I believe it is 25 years since Douglas Adams died. I have now reserved the book and will read it, though I am not sure if I will regret it as a) I believe this is book #4 in a series and b) the writing style bends surreal absurdity, deadpan British wit, and philosophical satire, all of which might just go over my head.

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I have never read his books either but you never know it might just be the best thing you’ve ever read. I do like the title :grin:

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The books are great, though So Long and Thanks for all the Fish isn’t the best and might be a bit baffling if you haven’t read the earlier ones. I’d recommend listening to the BBC radio series. I still remember the joy I felt on hearing the first episode aged 15, it was like nothing else at the time. You can get it on Audible and other platforms and I’ve found the first series on Soundcloud where you can listen for free.

Don’t Panic.

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This was a classic. I watched it on TV. What made you think of it?

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Douglas Adams’s books bring joy to my brain and I often listen to the telly title theme when wanting something cosmic and ponderous to fit my mood.

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This tune is fantastic.
I must admit I don’t remember hearing it before and would not have recognised it.
I have a feeling YouTube might start recommending it to me :slight_smile:

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