Length34m
About this audiobook
What happens when a man simply steps away for a quiet walk in the mountains—only to return and find the world utterly changed?
Washington Irving's
Rip Van Winkle is a timeless reflection on time, identity, and the curious comforts of doing nothing in particular. Set against the misty ridges of the Catskills, this gently magical tale offers more than a rustic legend—it's a sly meditation on escape, transformation, and the odd persistence of character. With prose as crisp as autumn air and wit as dry as a weathered tavern sign, Irving captures the peculiar feeling of waking from one world into another.
A story for those who've ever lost track of time—and for those who've secretly wished they could.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (28.7K)
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GenreFairy Tales and Folklore, Horror
Length34 mins
Narrated byKenneth Elliot
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateJul 18, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Rip Van Winkle-Intro
4Chapter III
2Chapter I
5Rip Van Winkle-Outro
3Chapter II
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