Are Penguin Classics Abridged?

The Classics are not abridged versions of the text. However some books - such as Frankenstein have other versions as published by the author so there's an 1818 version and a second 1831 so check with the school that you are getting the right version.

How do you tell if a book is abridged or unabridged?

The difference is the length of the book. An abridged audiobook is a shortened version of the book. You'll get the main idea of the book just not all the smaller details! An unabridged audiobook contains all the original content of the book - the whole kit and caboodle!

Are Puffin Classics abridged?

Puffin Classics – The best that I can tell, only some of the Puffin Classics are abridged or adaptations. I think whether a book is adapted or original may depend on the difficulty of the original text. Classic Starts – These are a great introduction to classics for younger students.

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