Elie Wiesel’s Night is one of the most important Holocaust memoirs ever written, and it’s a profoundly affecting — and brief — listen. Here’s what to know before you begin.
Listen to Night Free30-day free trial • Your first audiobook free • Cancel anytimeWhat Night is about
Wiesel recounts his experience as a teenager deported with his family to Auschwitz and Buchenwald, and the unimaginable loss of his family, his innocence, and his faith. Written with stark restraint, it bears witness to the Holocaust through the eyes of a boy who lived it.
Short but shattering, it has become essential reading worldwide and a cornerstone of Holocaust education.
| Author | Elie Wiesel |
|---|---|
| ISBN | 9781440780486 |
| List price | $12.99 |
Why Night is great on audio
Hearing Wiesel’s testimony read aloud restores its quality as spoken witness — memory passed on directly to the listener. It’s brief, but emotionally among the heaviest audiobooks you’ll hear.
Who should listen
For readers of memoir and history, and anyone who believes such testimony must be remembered. Be prepared for difficult, painful content.
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How to get the Night audiobook free
Yes — the easiest way to get the Night audiobook free is with an Audiobooks.com free trial. Your included credit covers Night, and the audiobook is free to enjoy during the 30-day trial.
Listen to Night Free30-day free trial • Your first audiobook free • Cancel anytimeFrequently asked questions
Is Night a true story?
Yes — it’s Elie Wiesel’s memoir of surviving the Holocaust.
Is the Night audiobook short?
Yes — it’s brief, though emotionally one of the heaviest you’ll hear.
Is it appropriate for students?
It’s widely taught in schools as part of Holocaust education, with guidance for younger readers.
Can I get the Night audiobook free?
Yes — an Audiobooks.com free trial includes a credit you can use, and you can listen free during the trial.