Time and Again

By: Jack Finney

Narrated by: Campbell Scott

Length: 4 hrs and 19 mins

Publisher's summary

Science fiction, mystery, a passionate love story, and a detailed history of old New York blend together in this spellbinding story of a young man embroiled in a secret government experiment. Transported from the mid-1900s to the New York of 1882, Si Morley solves a mystery of the 20th century by discovering its 19th-century roots, and falls desperately in love with a beautiful young woman in the process. He ultimately finds himself forced to choose between his lives in the present and the past. This is the classic novel that has captivated an entire generation since its original publication in 1970.

©1995 Jack Finney, All Rights Reserved (P)1995 Simon & Schuster Inc., All Rights Reserved

Critic reviews

"Go back to a wonderful world and have a wonderful time doing it." ( The New York Times)

I've always enjoyed Time Travel books...

I've always really enjoyed Time Travel premises for books and really enjoyed this whole book! I was quite surprised to find out what the promise at the end was, and how the main character carried it out. I also enjoyed the ending...

Perfect story matched with a perfect Narrator

Just as the ability and range of the actor can bring a play to life, so is the vocal range and intonations of the narrator of an audible book. "Time and Again" is very entertaining. I could have read it and been completely captivated by it. But, Campbell Scott's narration had me mezmerized. No other way to describe it. The comdination of the book and narration was excellent!

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What made the experience of listening to Time and Again the most enjoyable?

being absorbed in the story while experiencing, enjoying my environs (birds at a feeder)

What did you like best about this story?

i enjoy history and fantasising about the past. it was an interesting stroll back, nice insights.

Which character – as performed by Campbell Scott – was your favorite?

it was not any particular character but the ensemble and their inter play.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

moved? i enjoyed the story around the statue of liberty.

Any additional comments?

i was trying to purchase the book and was surprised at may enjoyment of the audio version.

Really enjoyed it!

I heard about this book from Stephen King’s author notes, and listened to it after the Stephen King’s recommendation.

It is a fantastic time travel love story. It gets the listener really thinking about what if you could go back in time? Where would you go? What happens if you meet someone special there? Highly recommend this abridged version of the novel.

Abridged a mistake

There is so much more to this book. Abridging it is a major disservice. I can't recommend it for that reason.

I loved it!

The other customer reviews were so eloquent, that I can not add anything to them. But like the other reviewers -- I loved this book! The author, the narrator, the little touches of periodic background sound. It was utterly absorbing and entertaining and thought-provoking. I wish Campbell Scott would narrate more -- he is fabulous.

Abridged or Unabridged - That is the question

The description says "Unabridged", but the closing credits said "Abridged". Now I have to read the book to find out if I missed anything! There were some transitions that seemed a bit awkward, but not enough to give one pause.
Good story that ended too soon, and on a possible paradox, waiting for the other shoe to drop.
Not the best narrator I have ever listened to, but better than the sample of the other version of the same book. That voice was too deep and monotone.

Best book EVER

I lived in NYC for 15 years. A friend bought this book for me and said that everyone was reading it. It changed how I looked at the city. I would walk in Central Park and I could see it in the 1800. The story is gripping and sadly, in the Audio version you miss the beautiful old photos.( I do have the paperback as well because of that) I wish I could travel back in time as well. I think that NYC would be my destination too. I have lent this book to many people. I have also bought it as a gift to some. This one will be in my library forever. And the fact that it takes place in the Dakota building is of course a plus. I think all in all I have read this book 4 times and listened to it once. This will be the second time.

What a tranporting book!

I've never read this book before, and listening makes me want to go get the printed copy and add it to my library! This was very imaginative and caught my attention until the end. I had a hard time putting it down! I loved the characters and how they interacted with each other. I also really enjoyed the fact that there wasn't alot of bad language interspersed in the book. This is an all around magical book, that will transport you to another time! Enjoy!

WONDERFUL!!

This one will keep you in your car long after your trip is over....sitting in the garage in the dark listening to the tale unravel. Great, great, great.