Rip van Winkle and Other Stories (Longman Classics, Stage 2) by Washington Irving Rip van Winkle and Other Stories (Longman Classics, Stage 2) by Washington Irving This is a Stage 2 title (containing a 750-word vocabulary) in a series which contains some of the best classic stories retold in English. The series is graded in four stages: Stage 1 - 500-word vocabulary, Stage 2 - 750, Stage 3 - 1300 and Stage 4 - 1800. Each book includes an introduction to the author and story and exercise material (comprehension and discussion questions). The series should also be of interest to children and to readers who have learning difficulties. For More 5 Star Customer Reviews and Lowest Price: Rip van Winkle and Other Stories (Longman Classics, Stage 2) by Washington Irving - 5 Star Customer Reviews and Lowest Price!