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  • Written by: Richard Adams
  • Narrated by: Peter Capaldi
  • Length: 17 hrs and 31 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (254 ratings)

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Watership Down

Written by: Richard Adams
Narrated by: Peter Capaldi
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Publisher's Summary

One of the most beloved novels of our time, Watership Down is an epic journey, a stirring tale of adventure, courage, and survival.

Fiver could sense danger. Something terrible was going to happen to the warren; he felt sure of it. They had to leave immediately. So begins a long and perilous journey of survival for a small band of rabbits.

As the rabbits skirt danger at every turn, we become acquainted with the band, its humorous characters, and its compelling culture, complete with its own folk history and mythos. Fiver’s vision finally leads them to Watership Down, an upland meadow. But here they face their most difficult challenges of all.

A stirring epic of courage and survival against the odds, Watership Down has become a beloved classic for all ages. Both an exciting adventure story and an involving allegory about freedom, ethics, and human nature, it has delighted generations with its unique and charming world, winning many awards and being adapted to film, television, and theater.

©1972 Richard Adams (P)2019 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

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Peter Capaldi at his best

This was a book I was recommended by a friend of my parents, musician Fergus O’byrne when he and his band mates of Ryan’s Fancy came and stayed at our home in the 1970s shortly after it came out. I loved it, and read it several times over the years, as well as The Plague Dogs and Shardik. Also by Richard Adams. Please Audible, do the Plaque Dogs, too.
Peter Capaldi, one of my favourite Doctors Who, did a phenomenal job reading and acting the parts of the rabbits I’ve loved since a child. I will listen raptly to anything else he narrates, there’s a good chap, I literally listened to you all night and day and night again, until I finished this at 6:00 am finally. Time for sleep, but first a review, of an excellent book by a first rate actor. I will listen to this over and over again, it was so enjoyable. His voice of Kehaar saying ‘Meester PigVig” Capaldi nailed Kehaar’s voice that’s been long in my head.
Thank you for adding this book Audible, and thank you Mr. Capaldi for doing such a wonderful job bringing it to life.5 stars all the way round. next, Snitter....Snitter’s a good dog” hint hint...

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Spectacularly good!

Not just a story, but the many voiced narrator make this tale of courage of companionship end of conquest just sing!

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Onions

This story is so multi-layered it will delight children and mystics alike. Very good book!

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pure delight

a wonderful story read by an exceptional narrator. I sat wide eyed, white knuckled, holding my breath and unable to turn it off at some points. It contains lots of life lessons if you are open to hearing them.

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I love this book

I have enjoyed few books as much as this audiobook, and am hard pressed to think of any I enjoy more. The narrator is perfect for this story: clear, impassioned, easily recognizable and consistent characters.
The story by Adams is sub-creation at its finest. I loved the imaginative details - of culture, myth, and adventure - and I loved the virtues of each rabbit.

Through all the trials and dangers, there is deep down a real goodness at the core of and throughout this book. I’m thankful that people have made something like this. ❤️

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A Wonderful Book

This book is simply, great! Such a beautiful & captivating story. The narration was absolutely superb & the entire production flawless. With the many years behind me, I was a bit hesitant to take up this listen, its being a children’s classic and all. I am happy that I did. The story is suitable for ages 14 to 99. I highly recommend this audio book.

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Long but Riveting

Maybe it’s just a story about rabbits. But it holds a lot of humanity. It’s a wonderful tale that reads like a classic. I do recommend it but it is quite long. It’s road trip material, took me over a month to get through.

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Just the best

Beautifully written, beautifully read. I was sorry when it ended. I’m going to look for more work by the author and narrator.

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Delightful story brilliantly told

Rather long, but quite a delightful story with a great variety of characters narrated expertly with distinct voices for each one keeping all clear and easy to follow.

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Beautiful story

This was beautifully performed. The narration was spot on and really drove the story. I loved it.

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