Book description
Get ready to laugh until the Vogons' poetry makes you reconsider your life choices. Douglas Adams' The Restaurant at the End of the Universe-the hilarious second chapter in the Hitchhiker's Guide saga-lands with even sharper wit in audiobook form, perfectly capturing the chaotic energy of Arthur Dent's intergalactic misadventures.
Forget annihilation; Arthur, Ford, Zaphod (that gloriously arrogant, two-headed ex-president), Trillian, and Marvin-the perpetually depressed android-are on a mission: find a decent meal before the universe ends. And yes, the restaurant does serve food that literally speaks. Adams' genius lies in how he makes cosmic absurdity feel utterly relatable. The audiobook nails it-every sarcastic aside, Marvin's world-weary sighs, and Zaphod's "I'm a bit of a big shot" line land with perfect comedic timing. You'll hear the exasperation in Arthur's voice, the smugness in Ford's, and Marvin's slow-motion despair as if he's whispering directly into your ear.
The Washington Post called Adams a "terrific satirist," and this audiobook proves it. You don't just read his jokes; you hear them land, especially when the Guide humorously deletes "Future Perfect" from its pages (because, well, it wasn't real). As the Detroit Free Press noted, "how amusing the galaxy looks through Adams's sardonically silly eyes" - and the narrator's delivery makes you feel like you're eavesdropping on the universe's most chaotic dinner party.
Celebrating its 42nd anniversary (and soon to be a Hulu series!), this isn't just a book-it's a time capsule of genius. The audiobook's warmth and pace make you feel like you're sharing a cup of tea with Arthur while the galaxy burns. Whether you're a longtime fan or meeting the Guide for the first time, this is pure, unadulterated joy. Just remember: don't panic. And definitely don't skip the restaurant. You'll need it.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience