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Life, the Universe and Everything

eng. Life, the Universe and Everything · 1982
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Main Ideas

  • Exploration of the absurdity and ridiculousness of life through the lens of science fiction and humor.
  • Critique and parody of human society and its institutions, including bureaucracy and religion.
  • The idea that the universe is full of chaos and unpredictability, and that attempts to find meaning in it may be futile.
  • Time and space travel as a means of exploring philosophical questions about fate and free will.
  • Interaction of different cultures and civilizations, highlighting the diversity and complexity of the universe.
  • The theme of searching for the meaning of life, embodied in the famous answer «42», which underscores the absurdity of seeking definitive answers.
Life, the Universe and Everything
Date of publication: 24 November 2024
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Original titleeng. Life, the Universe and Everything · 1982
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