During the past two weeks, I have taken a break from other texts to read the comedy science fiction series The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. The series consists of 6 books, I have finished the first two.
I find this author extremely funny. He uses a variety of casual and elevated diction to create an amusing tone.
The characters are also very interesting. One of my favorite characters is Marvin, probably the most depressing robot ever in existence. His sarcasm throughout the plot, adds much needed humor when the other characters are in dire situations, as he does not value abstract values such as danger, or kindness. Thus Marvin always replies in a very matter-of-fact manner with utmost honesty. To some, he is "just miserable".
I remember him best during this short conversation. When asked what had happened to a nearby police craft, Marvin replies", "Simple. I got very bored and depressed, so I went and plugged myself into its external computer feed. I talked to the computer at great length and
explained my view of the Universe to it. It committed suicide"
Marvin doesn't hide anything when he expresses his opinion. When asked why he is lying in the dust, he simply replies, "It’s a very effective way of being wretched. Don't pretend
you want to talk to me, I know you hate me." A response like this usually quickly ends any conversation that Marvin is apart of.
Marvin has the makes of a static character, but he is still full of humorous lines and sarcastic remarks. I really enjoyed reading about him throughout the series.
