Adventure
Read Adventure Classics in English
2,602 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 Zoraida: A Romance of the Harem and the Great Sahara, Zigzag Journeys in Northern Lands;: The Rhine to the Arctic; A Summer Trip of the Zigzag Club Through Holland, Germany, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden and Zero the Slaver: A Romance of Equatorial Africa. 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 B2AdventureBy Pike and Dyke: a Tale of the Rise of the Dutch RepublicIn a world torn by religious persecution and war, a young hero grows amidst the fierce struggle of the Dutch people for freedom and faith against the mighty Spanish empire, where c…
Level B2AdventureBy Conduct and Courage: A Story of the Days of NelsonAn orphaned boy with a mysterious past finds refuge with a kind fisherman in a bleak village, where childhood innocence clashes with harsh realities, setting the stage for a tale o…
Level B2MysteryBurton of the Flying CorpsA daring young pilot navigates treacherous missions behind enemy lines, from chasing spies in Ostend to uncovering secrets in French chateaus, all while testing groundbreaking expl…
Level B2AdventureBurr JuniorAt a strict boarding school housed in an ancient manor, a new boy named Frank Burr navigates harsh lessons, rivalries, and the shadow of his father's heroic death in India—where co…
Level B2AdventureBunyip Land: A Story of Adventure in New GuineaA determined sixteen-year-old sets out from home in New Guinea to rescue his missing father, believed to be held captive by native tribes.
Level B2AdventureBulldogAn ex-convict returns to a town that fears his strength and anger, locked in a bitter rivalry with the local constable.
Level B2MysteryBull-dog Drummond: The Adventures of a Demobilised Officer Who Found Peace DullA demobilised officer finds peace dull and dives into intrigue when a mysterious dinner summons strangers with shadowy identities, setting the stage for a tense game of secrets and…
Level B2AdventureBull HunterIn the rugged high Rockies, two strong brothers battle a stubborn stump on their rocky land, while a spirited girl named Jessie challenges their efforts and questions the value of…
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Roost: A Story of a Young Men's Christian Association Boys' DepartmentCaught in a violent storm, young Willis Thornton faces a harrowing train crash that tests his courage and quick thinking as he races to save a trapped baby amid chaos and danger.
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill, the border kingExperience the thrilling exploits of Buffalo Bill, a legendary scout and cowboy navigating the dangers of the Wild West, from deadly border conflicts to daring buffalo hunts and en…
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill, peacemakerBuffalo Bill rides into the treacherous Texas plains, caught in a web of cattle baron rivalries and unexpected misfortunes.
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill's weird warningIn a desolate canyon, Wild Bill and a Ponca warrior hear mysterious rifle shots echoing unnaturally from beneath their horses' hooves, leading them to a deserted mining camp where…
Level B2RomanceBuffalo Bill's still huntCaught between rising waters and perilous roads, a daring young Spanish girl and a nun must brave the swollen Rio Grande in a carriage, facing danger head-on in a wild frontier adv…
Level B2MysteryBuffalo Bill's spy trailerAmid the vast, treacherous beauty of the Grand Cañon, a determined horseman braves deadly cliffs and haunting legends to seek refuge in a land shunned by all.
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill's pursuitIn the rugged wilderness by the roaring Cinnabar River, a lone scout hears a desperate cry for help echoing through the trees.
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill's girl pardIn the lawless frontier, a determined mining superintendent faces ruin and betrayal at the Three-ply Gold-mine, while daring heroes navigate a world of danger, loyalty, and wild ad…
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill's boy buglerIn a rugged Western town torn by fierce cattlemen-sheepmen conflicts, a notorious outlaw known as Red Dick faces trial amid rising tensions and divided loyalties.
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill's bold play : or, The tiger of the hillsIn the lively town of Blossom Range, Juniper Joe’s unexpected wedding to a charming Eastern widow sparks excitement and tension, promising a wild celebration filled with music, dan…
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill's big surpriseAmid looming danger on the frontier, Buffalo Bill confronts a massive Indian uprising led by the elusive outlaw Eagle, whose return threatens to ignite the greatest stampede on rec…
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill's best betIn the rugged West, a daring gambler stakes everything—his life, his diamonds, and his wits—amid tense campfires and wild plains, where danger and high stakes collide.
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill entrappedIn the rugged Rockies, scout Bart Angell faces a fiery attack that threatens his neighbors and unravels a deadly mystery.
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill and the Overland Trail: Being the story of how boy and man worked hard and played hard to blaze the white trail, by wagon train, stage coach and pony express, across the great plains and the mountains beyond, that the American republic might expand and flourishFollow the daring adventures of a boy who grows into the legendary Buffalo Bill, braving the wild plains, Indian battles, and treacherous trails to open the American West by wagon,…
Level B2AdventureBuffalo Bill among the SiouxAmid rising tensions and looming war between settlers and Sioux tribes, a daring scout races across dangerous Kansas territory carrying vital military dispatches.
Level B2AdventureBudd Boyd's Triumph; or, The Boy-Firm of Fox IslandA determined sixteen-year-old boy braves a harsh March gale to seek work on a remote farm by the stormy shores of Narragansett Bay, where he hopes to find not only employment but a…
Level B2AdventureBruin: The Grand Bear HuntA fierce battle unfolds in the forests near Saint Petersburg as a noble hunter faces off against a mighty Russian bear, whose fierce struggle becomes the legendary origin of the Gr…
Level B2AdventureBrown of Moukden: A Story of the Russo-Japanese WarAmid the vibrant streets of Moukden during the Russo-Japanese War, Ivan Brown navigates a world of clashing cultures, military tension, and personal adventure.
Level B2AdventureBrothers of Peril: A Story of old NewfoundlandAmid the harsh wilderness of old Newfoundland, rival fishermen, merchants, and native tribes vie for control of the lucrative fishing grounds, where greed and survival collide in a…
Level B2MysteryBrazilian Gold Mine MysteryA teenage adventurer flies to the heart of the Amazon to deliver a secret letter to his father, unaware that dangerous rivals are racing to uncover a legendary gold mine.
Level B2AdventureBrave and True: Short stories for children by G. M. Fenn and OthersAmid the hardships of naval life and old school rivalries, a young sailor recounts his daring rescue of a wounded officer under enemy fire, revealing bravery and unexpected friends…
Level B2AdventureBrave and Bold; Or, The Fortunes of Robert RushtonAt Millville Academy, young Robert Rushton and his rivals navigate school life, ambition, and rivalry, all under the watchful eye of an earnest penmanship professor.
Level B2AdventureBrave Tom; Or, The Battle That WonIn a quiet Pennsylvania village, young Tom Gordon's anticipation for the circus is shattered by sudden illness and a mysterious, urgent panic sweeping through Briggsville—an advent…
Level B2AdventureBransford of Rainbow Range: Originally Published under the title of Bransford in Arcadia, or, The Little EohippusAmid the rugged expanse of Rainbow Range, seasoned cowhands and restless youth gather by firelight, contemplating the wild land’s untamed beauty and the unpredictable lives they le…
Level B2AdventureBrandon of the EngineersIn the heat of a tense military campaign, Lieutenant Richard Brandon commands a daring engineering feat, constructing a crucial pontoon bridge under pressure.
Level B2AdventureBrand BlottersLost and desperate in the unforgiving desert, a lone man clings to survival by assuming the identity of a stranger killed in a violent cattle stampede, hoping to escape danger and…
Level B2AdventureBoys of The Fort; Or, A Young Captain's PluckTwo sixteen-year-old cousins embark on a rugged journey through the Rocky Mountains to Fort Carson, a remote military outpost.
Level B2AdventureBoy Woodburn: A Story of the Sussex DownsAn enduring horse trainer known as Old Mat defies convention on the Sussex Downs, preparing his jumpers with rugged care and old-school wisdom.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts: Tenderfoot Squad; or, Camping at Raccoon LodgeA group of eager Boy Scouts embarks on a week-long camping adventure at Raccoon Bluff, where seasoned leaders mentor new recruits in survival skills, courage, and camaraderie amids…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts with Joffre; Or, In the Trenches in BelgiumThree young Boy Scouts on motorcycles face sabotage and mechanical failure as they speed toward a secret mission, testing their courage and friendship in a tense adventure that lea…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts on the TrailA group of Boy Scouts at camp face unexpected restrictions on their swimming grounds after a thrilling and dubious shark sighting stirs excitement and skepticism.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts on the Open Plains; Or, The Round-Up Not OrderedFour Boy Scouts from New York set out across rugged Nevada mountains toward their uncles' cattle ranch, eager to explore the vast open plains and ancient cliff dwellings.
Level B2MysteryBoy Scouts on the Great Divide; Or, The Ending of the TrailFour Boy Scouts on a wilderness mission await mysterious instructions deep in the Wyoming mountains when a stranger with a secretive past arrives at their campfire, setting the sta…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts on a Long Hike; Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water SwampsA determined Boy Scout patrol embarks on a daring 100-mile hike, showcasing their skills in signaling, woodcraft, and courage as they face challenges in the wild Indiana swamps.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts on Motorcycles; Or, With the Flying SquadronFour Boy Scouts find themselves stranded in a mysterious Chinese town, waiting for secret instructions from the U.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts on Hudson Bay; Or, The Disappearing FleetFive Boy Scouts and their guides brave the wild, frozen North on a daring expedition to reach the mysterious Hudson Bay, facing endless wilderness, grueling portages, and the chall…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts of the Air on Lost IslandFour adventurous boys set out from their lakeside town, armed with fishing gear and boundless enthusiasm, ready to explore hidden waters and tackle the challenges of the wilderness…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in the Philippines; Or, The Key to the Treaty BoxFour Boy Scouts journey to the Philippines aboard a U.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in the North Sea; Or, the Mystery of "U-13"Four resourceful Boy Scouts navigate a flooded war zone between German and neutral lands, caught in a dangerous mission involving secret passages and mysterious disappearances.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in the North Sea; Or, The Mystery of a SubBoy Scouts recently entangled in a daring manhunt now find themselves trapped between flooded lands and enemy lines as they navigate a mysterious mission in war-torn Europe.