Adventure
Read Adventure Classics in English
1,815 adventure books at CEFR A2 to C2 — learn English by reading the stories worth reading. Select any word for an instant translation, listen to the narration read the page aloud, and save the vocabulary you meet. Pick your level and start with a free sample.
What are the best adventure classics to read in English as a learner?
The best adventure classics for English learners are the well-known titles you can read in the original — start with Three Boys; Or, The Chiefs of the Clan Mackhai, Three Boys in the Wild North Land and Thomas Jefferson Brown. Each one is labelled with a CEFR level, any word you do not know is one selection away from a translation, and the narration reads the page aloud while it highlights the words.
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Level C1AdventureTo Herat and Cabul: A Story of the First Afghan WarA young clerk embarks on a perilous mission to counter Persian and Russian ambitions in Afghanistan during the tense buildup to the First Afghan War.
Level C1AdventureTo Have and to HoldIn the tense Virginia wilderness of 1621, a wary settler navigates uneasy truces and hidden threats among the native tribes, while mysterious omens and restless spirits foreshadow…
Level C1AdventureTippoo Sultaun: A tale of the Mysore warAmidst the scorching heat and treacherous, muddy roads of 1788 India, a weary yet regal leader and his loyal band traverse hostile plains, their survival and honor hanging on every…
Level C1AdventureTimothy's Quest: A Story for Anybody, Young or Old, Who Cares to Read ItIn the bleak confines of Minerva Court, a harsh world of poverty and despair, a young boy named Timothy embarks on a quest for love and belonging amid the shadows of hardship and l…
Level C1MysteryTill the Clock StopsA young man eagerly signs a mysterious will to fund his long-anticipated Arctic expedition, backed by enigmatic financiers with hidden motives.
Level C1AdventureTigre and IsolaIn the arid valleys of Arizona, a passionate and dangerous love ignites between the wild gambler Tigre and the noble Lady Isola, whose fear and sorrow shadow the beauty of her isol…
Level C1AdventureThrough Veld and Forest: An African StoryIn the sun-drenched South African veld, a retired colonel and his family forge a new life on a vast sheep farm, facing the challenges of wilderness and colonial tensions.
Level C1AdventureThrough Three Campaigns: A Story of Chitral, Tirah and AshantiAmid harsh mountain terrain and relentless tribal foes, a young soldier prepares for the brutal realities of frontier warfare, where courage and endurance are tested in fierce camp…
Level C1AdventureThrice ArmedA seasoned naval officer leaves behind the luxury of liners to helm a rugged coasting schooner along the wild Pacific coast, confronting family duty and the harsh realities of a fa…
Level C1AdventureThey of the High TrailsIn the rugged Sierra Blanca mountains, hopeful prospector Sherman Bidwell battles skepticism and hardship as he hunts for elusive gold, facing the harsh wilderness and the fierce d…
Level C1AdventureThere She Blows! Or, The Log of the ArethusaAn eager eighteen-year-old leaves home to seek fortune and finds himself drawn to the perilous life of a whaleman.
Level C1AdventureThen I'll Come Back to YouIn a sun-scorched valley transformed by ambition and change, Caleb Hunter finds himself caught between the old, lazy ways and the encroaching new world of industry and prosperity.
Level C1AdventureTheir island homeStranded on New Switzerland, the descendants of the Swiss Family Robinson face new mysteries and challenges as they explore uncharted lands and confront unexpected dangers on their…
Level C1RomanceThe woman with a stone heartAmidst the turmoil of the Filipino insurrection, Marie Sampalit and her fiancé Rolando face postponed dreams and dangerous duties, testing their love and resolve against a backdrop…
Level C1RomanceThe well in the desertIn a lonely desert town, a desperate, dying man confronts a cold lawyer from his past, seeking one last favor to return to the land he loves.
Level C1Science FictionThe warlord of MarsBeneath Mars' twin moons, a warrior stalks the shadows to save the princess imprisoned deep within the Temple of the Sun, while political upheaval and savage battles shape the fate…
Level C1AdventureThe ward of TecumsehIn 1812 Alabama, young Jack Telfair faces heartbreak and the looming threat of war, but an unexpected encounter with a Shawnee chief named Necana pulls him into a world of frontier…
Level C1AdventureThe war chiefIn a rugged frontier where savage instincts clash with the encroaching forces of civilization, two bloodlines—one Apache, one pioneer—converge in a tale of survival, heritage, and…
Level C1AdventureThe wanderings and fortunes of some German emigrantsA diverse group of German emigrants bound for America unite under shared laws and hopes, ready to brave the unknown and cultivate a new life in the primeval forests of the New Worl…
Level C1AdventureThe wanderer in AfricaStranded in the harsh African wilderness, a young English servant battles thirst, betrayal, and wild dangers while reflecting on the choices that led him to this desperate journey.
Level C1AdventureThe virgin of the sunA desperate band of Spanish conquistadors, stranded and starving on a desolate island, wrestles with hunger and hope as they prepare to embark on a perilous journey to conquer the…
Level C1FantasyThe twelve adventurers, and other storiesTwelve colossal adventurers set sail from Britain to the mysterious Country of the Genii, where ancient skeletons and swirling deserts hint at dark secrets.
Level C1AdventureThe three musketeersIn 1625 France, a young Gascon named d’Artagnan arrives in Paris, eager to join the king’s Musketeers, where he crosses paths with three enigmatic comrades—Athos, Porthos, and Aram…
Level C1AdventureThe tenderfootsA young New Englander journeys westward to Colorado in 1879, drawn by hope and the mystery surrounding his missing father.
Level C1AdventureThe tavern knightIn a grim tavern, the enigmatic Tavern Knight and his uneasy companion face danger when a desperate Irishman seeks refuge after a deadly encounter, thrusting them into a tense game…
Level C1AdventureThe sureness of MacKenzieAmid thick fog and treacherous winds at the Golden Gate, a seasoned pilot faces his most thrilling challenge yet: guiding a massive liner safely into port while racing against natu…
Level C1AdventureThe squaw spy; or the rangers of the lava-bedsAmidst a brutal conflict with the Modoc tribe, a daring scout and a Native American spy navigate danger and deception in a desperate mission to capture the elusive rebel leader and…
Level C1AdventureThe sporting chanceAmidst the thrilling backdrop of the Derby, a spirited group of sportsmen and society figures gather, led by the determined Sir Roderick Macphane and the ambitious Mostyn Clithero.
Level C1AdventureThe silent placesIn the remote northern wilderness, seasoned men of the Hudson's Bay Company gather at a river post, their lives entwined with the harsh land and its secrets.
Level C1AdventureThe sign of the prophetTwo companions navigate the wild Scioto River in 1811, racing to join General Harrison’s army while facing the challenges of early frontier life and unexpected encounters along the…
Level C1AdventureThe shipwreckA seaman-poet combines nautical expertise with vivid imagination to portray the harrowing experience of a shipwreck, offering both a gripping narrative and a technical guide to sur…
Level C1Science FictionThe secret of the islandStranded on a mysterious island for years, a group of castaways faces an unexpected arrival that could change their fate.
Level C1AdventureThe sea-hawkA disgraced Cornish gentleman turns from seclusion to the high seas, becoming a renegade and Barbary corsair with a chance to rise to power—if his turbulent past and dangerous intr…
Level C1MysteryThe red-hot dollar, and other stories from the Black CatA hatless man races against time and fate to catch a departing train, only to stumble and lose his chance—yet the pursuit reveals a tense encounter with a desperate young woman and…
Level C1AdventureThe red wizard, or, the cave captiveIn the rugged frontier, a compassionate scout defies deadly prejudice by sparing a wounded Sioux squaw, sparking tension and mystery among a wary emigrant party.
Level C1RomanceThe prisoner of ZendaA carefree English gentleman finds his idle life upended when his royal heritage entangles him in a daring adventure of mistaken identity and political intrigue in the fictional ki…
Level C1AdventureThe phantom tracker; or, The prisoner of the hill caveIn a scorching wilderness where silence reigns, a lone Mexican tracker rides with deadly precision and a mysterious past.
Level C1AdventureThe other halfAn enigmatic elderly man hires a pilot for a swift air journey across the West, driven by a restless search tied to a mysterious half coin and a deep aversion to women.
Level C1AdventureThe odyssey of a torpedoed trampA French cargo ship carrying cotton faces mechanical failure and the sudden outbreak of war as it navigates dangerous waters, forced to decide between uncertainty and loyalty.
Level C1MysteryThe new northlandA sharp-witted office boy uncovers a thrilling Arctic exploration mystery hidden beneath the city’s surface, revealing secrets that challenge justice and ambition.
Level C1AdventureThe monkey that would not killAn unruly monkey named Tricky escapes every confinement, causing chaos and laughter alike, as no one can tame or abandon him.
Level C1MysteryThe mis-rule of threeIn a shabby London lodging-house, three struggling friends—a clerk, a writer, and a painter—navigate cramped quarters, artistic pretensions, and simmering tensions as they confront…
Level C1Science FictionThe master mind of MarsA wounded soldier prays to Mars and is miraculously transported to a strange new world, where he awakens amid alien beings and unknown dangers.
Level C1AdventureThe man in blackAmid the bustling horse fair at Fécamp, a crafty man in black, his boy, and an ape captivate crowds with daring tightrope acts and cunning schemes, weaving intrigue and danger bene…
Level C1AdventureThe man among the monkeys; or, Ninety days in apeland: To which are added: The philosopher and his monkeys, The professor and the crocodile, and other strange stories of men and animalsA skilled taxidermist and hunter inherits his father's vast menagerie of exotic animals, but dangerous adventures—including ruthless pirates and wild jungles—threaten his life as h…
Level C1AdventureThe making of a manTwo brothers from the rugged Orkney Islands face limited prospects and dream of a new life in Canada’s untamed West.
Level C1FantasyThe magic ring, Vol. 3 (of 3)In a storm-lashed castle, Lady Bertha embarks on a perilous night journey to bless a dying Moorish soldier, guided by mysterious signals and her unwavering faith.
Level C1FantasyThe magic ring, Vol. 2 (of 3)In a realm where honor and magic collide, young Sir Otto faces mysterious champions, enchanted rings, and powerful foes as he navigates battles of strength, love, and supernatural…