Adventure
Read Adventure Classics in English
2,809 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 The Bushranger's Secret, The Bush Boys: History and Adventures of a Cape Farmer and his Family and The Buried Treasure; Or, Old Jordan's "Haunt". 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 B2AdventureMotor Matt's Short Circuit; or, The Mahout's VowIn a mysterious American town, a snake charmer and an enigmatic figure bound by a sacred vow ignite a dangerous adventure that intertwines exotic rituals with thrilling motor explo…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Reverse; or, Caught in a Losing CauseCaught in a tense hideout, Motor Matt faces relentless foes plotting against him, as allies emerge from unexpected places and danger looms with every covert move in this thrilling…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Red Flyer; or, On the High Gear: Motor Stories Thrilling Adventure Motor Fiction No. 6, April 3, 1909Stranded and struggling, a diverse group led by the mysterious Motor Matt faces dangers on rough roads and wild waters.
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Race; or, The Last Flight of the CometIn the rugged hills near Phoenix, daring Motor Matt takes a high-powered roadster for a spin with his restless friends, balancing speed, skill, and the thrill of adventure—all whil…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Quest; or Three Chums in Strange WatersA daring young motor expert takes command of a submarine for a record-breaking deep dive, navigating perilous waters and complex machinery.
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Queer Find; or, The Secret of the Iron ChestYoung inventor Motor Matt and his daring friends navigate an eerie Louisiana bayou in their airship, drawn by mysterious cries for help near a blazing fire and a lone hut—where dan…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Promise; or, The Wreck of the HawkMotor Matt, famed for his fearless motor exploits, appears cloaked in mystery and disguise along the New Orleans levee, sparking curiosity and suspicion among his friends as a cruc…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Prize; or, The Pluck That WinsTwo determined boys—one Chinese, one African American—clash over a coveted job with the daring Motor Matt, sparking a spirited rivalry filled with humor, courage, and unexpected fr…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Peril; or, Cast Away in the Bahamas: Motor Stories Thrilling Adventure Motor Fiction No. 12, May 15, 1909When a mysterious girl in distress confronts fierce, pirate-like men on an Atlantic City beach, young Carl Pretzel’s courage is put to the test—and a thrilling adventure unfolds in…
Level B2MysteryMotor Matt's Mystery; or, Foiling a Secret PlotIn a lively Western town, Motor Matt, a fearless and athletic lad, stumbles upon a chaotic clash involving a mischievous Dutch boy and eccentric locals—unraveling a secret plot tha…
Level B2MysteryMotor Matt's Mariner; or, Filling the Bill for BunceTwo friends, Motor Matt and cowboy Joe McGlory, stumble upon a mysterious moving-picture show depicting a sinister plot involving a priceless ruby known as the Eye of Buddha.
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Mandarin; or, Turning a Trick for Tsan TiTwo motorcyclists are drawn into a mysterious summons from Tsan Ti, a Chinese mandarin with a peculiar request and a tempting reward, leading them into a daring adventure filled wi…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Make-and-Break; or, Advancing the Spark of FriendshipA mysterious letter shakes an old clerk in a shady loan office, hinting at secrets and danger linked to an absent broker.
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Make Up; or, Playing a New RôleAmid the quirky wonders of a traveling side-show, Motor Matt and his companions face unexpected chaos when a mischievous spark ignites trouble—testing loyalties and daring in a wor…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Launch; or, A Friend in NeedA young motor enthusiast faces a crossroads between adventure and education when he meets a spirited stranger challenging him to a test of skill and friendship amid the windswept s…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Hard Luck; or, The Balloon-House PlotA daring young sailor known as Motor Matt faces off against a band of thieves in a Western town, where stolen inventions and high-flying airships spark a thrilling battle between h…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Engagement; or, On the Road with a ShowAmid the vibrant chaos of a traveling show near the Wabash River, a mischievous elephant, a feisty Chinese boy, and a quarrelsome German youth set the stage for adventure and unexp…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Enemies; or, A Struggle for the Right: Motor Stories Thrilling Adventure Motor Fiction No. 22, July 24, 1909Motor Matt faces off against a dangerous clique in a high-stakes battle of wits and courage, where loyalties are tested and secrets lurk beneath the surface of fast cars and shadow…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Double Trouble; or, The Last of the HoodooA daring journey unfolds when Motor Matt encounters treachery aboard a train carrying a priceless red jewel, setting off a thrilling chase involving cunning thieves, loyal friends,…
Level C1AdventureMotor Matt's Defiance; or, Around the HornA daring young motor enthusiast, known as "Mile-a-minute Matt," embarks on a high-stakes adventure navigating treacherous South American waters, where espionage and shifting allegi…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Daring; or, True to His Friends: Motor Stories Thrilling Adventure Motor Fiction No. 2, March 6, 1909A fearless one-legged adventurer takes on a roaring new motor-cycle, sparking a thrilling race against danger and daring in a Western town.
Level B2MysteryMotor Matt's Daring Rescue; or, The Strange Case of Helen BradyIn a Western town shadowed by crime, Motor Matt—a fearless young motorist—and his allies face a tangled mystery when Helen Brady, daughter of a convicted thief, vanishes without a…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Clue; or, The Phantom AutoTwo boys in the wilds of New Mexico encounter a ghostly white automobile that steers itself along a dangerous cliffside road—mysterious, silent, and driverless.
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's Close Call; or, The Snare of Don CarlosIn steamy Belize, daring Motor Matt and his loyal friends find themselves entangled in a dangerous snare set by the cunning Don Carlos, igniting a thrilling adventure of revolution…
Level B1AdventureMotor Matt's Air Ship; or, The Rival InventorsWhen curious boys Matt and Carl spot a mysterious air-ship called the Hawk, they uncover a battle between rival inventors—one honest, one criminal—and a daring adventure that could…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt's "Century" Run; or, The Governor's CourierAn inventive ex-desperado readies his one-legged flight in a daring flying machine, aiming to amaze the town and win the governor’s favor, while a fiery red-headed boy watches nerv…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt on the Wing; or, Flying for Fame and FortuneA daring young man answers a high-stakes ad to pilot a risky new aëroplane, aiming for fame and fortune despite the deadly fate of its inventor.
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt in Brazil; or, Under The AmazonA daring motor enthusiast and his loyal crew navigate a submarine through the treacherous Amazon and South American waters, facing mechanical failures and fierce sea creatures in a…
Level B2AdventureMotor Matt Makes Good; or, Another Victory For the Motor BoysAmidst the eerie fog off the Chilean coast, three adventurous boys aboard a submarine encounter mysterious glowing lights beneath the waves, sparking a daring chase to uncover secr…
Level B2AdventureMotor Boat Boys' River Chase; or, Six Chums Afloat and AshoreSix adventurous boys set off on their motorboats along the Mississippi River, ready for a thrilling Easter holiday cruise filled with mysteries surrounding a curious island known f…
Level B2AdventureMotor Boat Boys on the St. Lawrence: Or, Solving the Mystery of the Thousand IslandsFive adventurous boys, united by their love of motorboats and baseball, plan a secret summer cruise on the St.
Level B2AdventureMotor Boat Boys on the Great Lakes; or, Exploring the Mystic Isle of MackinacTwo boys exploring Michigan’s wilds face a charging bull, forcing quick wit and daring escapes.
Level B2AdventureMotor Boat Boys Mississippi Cruise; or, The Dash for DixieA group of determined boys set off on a thrilling motorboat race down the Mississippi, chasing a coveted silver cup and uncovering family secrets along the way.
Level B2AdventureMotor Boat Boys Down the Danube; or, Four Chums AbroadFour adventurous friends navigate the blue Danube, exploring Budapest’s vibrant streets and pondering the brewing tensions of Europe on the brink of war.
Level B2AdventureMotor Boat Boys Down the Coast; or, Through Storm and Stress to FloridaSix adventurous boys set off from Philadelphia in their motor boats, cruising down the Atlantic coast toward Florida.
Level B2AdventureMotor Boat Boys Among the Florida Keys; Or, The Struggle for the LeadershipAmidst the sunlit Florida Keys, a spirited fishing contest ignites between rival boys aboard their daring motor boats, each eager to claim leadership on a thrilling voyage from the…
Level B2AdventureMother's golden guineasIn the quiet village of Burdeck, a hardworking family’s careful savings—the mother’s golden guineas—promise security and hope amid humble lives and unexpected challenges in this he…
AdventureMother Goose's Bicycle TourJoin Mother Goose on a whimsical bicycle tour through beloved nursery rhymes and enchanting characters, where familiar tales and playful verses come alive in a charming adventure f…
Level B2AdventureMother Carey's Chicken: Her Voyage to the Unknown IsleA young man yearns to join his seafaring father on a perilous voyage, but the captain insists the sea is no place for a boy.
Level C1AdventureMorley Ashton: A Story of the Sea. Volume 3 (of 3)Trapped aboard a crippled ship seized by mutineers, a small group fights to survive as danger mounts and rescue seems distant.
Level C1AdventureMorley Ashton: A Story of the Sea. Volume 2 (of 3)A tale unfolds aboard the sea, where Morley Ashton and his crew face storms, mutiny, and dark secrets hidden in a recluse's haunting manuscript.
Level C1RomanceMorley Ashton: A Story of the Sea. Volume 1 (of 3)A restless traveler returns to his English village after perilous sea voyages, carrying secrets and a desperate mission.
Level C1RomanceMorien: A Metrical Romance Rendered into English Prose from the Mediæval DutchA Moorish knight, born of a mysterious union between a Christian and a Moorish princess, embarks on a quest intertwined with the legendary Grail and the complex legacy of Arthurian…
Level B2AdventureMore cargoes: 1897A determined fourteen-year-old boy embarks on his first voyage aboard the Susan Jane, a ship rumored to be a pirate vessel, where he must prove himself among a rough crew and confr…
Level B2AdventureMore About Teddy B. and Teddy G., the Roosevelt Bears: Being Volume Two Depicting Their Further Travels and AdventuresTwo adventurous Teddy Bears set out from their Colorado den to explore the East, encountering thrilling escapades from balloon rides to city fairs, all while teaching children abou…
Level C1AdventureMoran of the Lady LettyCaught between high-society teas and the rough life at sea, Ross Wilbur navigates debutante dances and unexpected adventures on San Francisco’s waterfront, where danger and intrigu…
Level C1AdventureMooswa & Others of the BoundariesDeep in the Northern forests, a boy and his moose companion, Mooswa, face the harsh wilderness alongside trappers, cunning animals, and ancient legends, as they embark on a grippin…
Level B2AdventureMoonfleetIn a fading seaside village steeped in secrets, fifteen-year-old John Trenchard finds himself drawn into a perilous world of smuggling and adventure, where danger and mystery lurk…