Abridged means "shortened version", the "un" prefix negates this.
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Unabridged audiobooks are the complete book -- word for word as the author wrote it. Abridged audio books are shortened versions of the original book. Typically, the original author must approve abridged versions.
It will usually specify on the box whether it is abridged or unabridged
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The abridged version of Atlas Shrugged does not capture the full depth and detail of the unabridged book. Important nuances, character development, and philosophical ideas may be left out in the abridged version. It is recommended to read the unabridged version to fully appreciate Ayn Rand's work.
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Ebooks can be either abridged or unabridged, depending on the publisher's decision. An abridged ebook is a shortened version of the original text, focusing on key themes or sections, while an unabridged ebook contains the complete text as intended by the author. It's important to check the specific edition to determine if it is abridged. Always look for details in the book description or metadata to clarify.
It means an unabridged book, where none of the original is cut out. Abridged versions are usually re-edited to stick closer to the story or cut out unnecessary scenes (much like edited for television movies). Les Miserables is often sold in an abridged form, for instance, so if you want to read the whole thing, you have to specifically find one that specifies that it is unabridged.
No. A shortened version is called an abridged version.
In the abridged version of Twilight by Stephenie Meyer, some scenes and dialogues are condensed or shortened to streamline the plot and reduce the length of the book. This can result in the omission of certain details or character developments present in the unabridged version. Overall, the main storyline and key events remain the same in both versions, but the unabridged version provides a more detailed and comprehensive reading experience.
Unabridged means it is the original work without any edits. Some publishing companies will edit books (particularly older books) to make them shorter in length. This is an abridged book. When you buy a copy that says unabridged you know you are getting the full, original work as it was intended to be read with no editing.
The unabridged version of A New Hope is superior to the abridged, or 'children's' versions of it because it tells even more of the original story than what was shown in the movie, vastly improving upon it.