How does belief work against reason in the novel?

What is the purpose of an Electric Monk?

In what ways is possession by the ghost similar to hypnosis?

Give examples of how characters in the novel rationalize their behavior. Does Dirk Gently ever rationalize?

In addition to its humor value, why does Douglas Adams give the reader the Monk's horse's perspective?

How does Dirk Gently manipulate people?

Why does Gordon Way feel the need to talk incessantly?

In what ways is the ghost good and evil? In what ways is the ghost human?