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Cressy
by Bret Harte
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Can I read Cressy in English as a learner?
Yes — read Cressy by Bret Harte in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is C1. Start with a free sample.
- CEFR level
- C1
- Length
- 14 chapters
- Format
- The complete book
About this book
About this book
In a rustic California schoolhouse, a young teacher grapples with the unruly, wandering spirits of his country pupils, whose reluctant arrival and lively chatter hint at hidden stories and small-town charm. Experience and humor intertwine as he faces each day’s unexpected classroom adventures.
What's inside
Contents
14 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.
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