Douglas Adams, in his book “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” pokes more than a little fun at religion. He describes the “people” in the galaxy as being rather proud, definitely enlightened (and deceived at the same time) – and all around just plain goofy. Now, don’t get me wrong – I am a fan of the “Hitchhiker’s” series – and I find the humor and satire somewhat refreshing. I do believe that when Adams pokes fun at religion, he is poking fun at us – reminding us not to take ourselves too seriously. He also pokes fun at politics, bureaucracy, the British, construction workers, social functions – the list goes on. He is one of the heros of our cynical world.
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