Adventure
Read Adventure Classics in English
1,870 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 Mystery of the Chinese Ring, Mystery of the Caribbean Pearls and Mystery of the Ambush in India. 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 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…
Level C1AdventureMontlivetIn 1695, Armand de Montlivet arrives at a French garrison on the edge of the untamed wilderness, where alliances with Native tribes and the pursuit of opportunity intertwine amid t…
Level C1AdventureMontezuma's DaughterAs the Spanish empire wanes, Thomas Wingfield recounts his extraordinary years among the Aztec peoples during Cortes's conquest of Mexico, revealing hidden treasures, fierce battle…
Level B2AdventureMontezuma's Castle, and Other Weird TalesA daring explorer braves treacherous cliffs and ancient caves near Montezuma's Castle, uncovering mysterious relics and untold secrets of long-lost inhabitants.
Level C1RomanceMonte-Cristo's DaughterIn Rome, the enigmatic daughter of Monte-Cristo, Zuleika, navigates love and danger as her suitor becomes entangled in dark suspicions, while the Count himself delves into a myster…
Level A2AdventureMonkey Jack and Other StoriesWhen Monkey Jack’s daring climb to rescue a cherished ball ends in injury, his friends rally to help him heal and return to the treetops.
Level B2AdventureMomotaro; or, Little Peachling: Japanese Fairy Tale Series No. 1An extraordinary boy born from a giant peach embarks on a daring quest to an island of devils, joined by a loyal dog, monkey, and pheasant, to claim their treasures and bring honor…
Level B2RomanceMolly Brown's Orchard HomeA young woman from Kentucky embarks on a thrilling voyage to Paris with her mother, navigating family conflicts and financial troubles tied to an oil land dispute.
Level B2AdventureMollie and the Unwiseman AbroadJoin Mollie, her lively rubber-doll Whistlebinkie, and the quirky Unwiseman as they embark on a whimsical European adventure filled with curious sights, playful banter, and the mag…
Level A2AdventureMitz and Fritz of GermanyIn a cozy German toymaker’s workshop, imaginative siblings Mitz and Fritz bring wooden creations to life amid music, mischief, and the magic of childhood.
Level B2AdventureMitch MillerAwakening from a dreamy haze, a boy slowly discovers the vibrant town of Petersburg, its people, and the curious Mitch Miller—a boy so absorbed in books and stories he brings adven…
Level B2Science FictionMists of MarsIn a Martian desert where Earthmen vanish into a deadly white mist, Special Investigator Barry Williams confronts a mysterious force tied to ancient Martian justice.
Level C1RomanceMistress WildingA tense, scandalous encounter erupts when a young man insults Mr.
Level B2RomanceMistress Nancy Molesworth: A Tale of AdventureA proud young heir faces ruin when he inherits a heavily mortgaged estate, forcing him to choose between strict economy or a strategic marriage—despite his bitter distrust of women…
Level B2AdventureMiss Peck's Adventures: The Second Part of The Conceited PigMiss Peck sets out alone through a dark, eerie lane on a mission to reach the Queen’s house, battling fearsome shadows and unexpected dangers.
Level C1RomanceMiss Fairfax of Virginia: A Romance of Love and Adventure Under the PalmettosIn the shadowed streets of Dublin, a skilled American diplomat encounters a mysterious woman disguised as a nun, who warns him of a deadly plot—sparking a tense game of intrigue an…
Level B2MysteryMiss Cayley's AdventuresA spirited young woman, newly independent and unwilling to teach, sets out to embrace the bustling city of London and seize any adventure or opportunity that fate might offer her.
Level B2RomanceMiss CapriceIn the vibrant setting of Malta's fortified city of Valetta, a spirited Englishwoman and her eclectic companions find their unexpected stopover stirring passions and rivalries.
Level B2RomanceMischievous Maid FaynieIn a snowbound New York, two handsome cousins lead starkly different lives—one a struggling cashier with a heart of gold, the other a charming actor desperate for money.
Level C1Science FictionMinos of SardanesAmidst a cataclysmic volcanic eruption in the Antarctic, a daring crew races against time through ice and fire toward Sardanes, where the fate of a nation hangs in the balance.
Level B2MysteryMinkieWhen a mysterious guest named Schwartz arrives unexpectedly at Dale End on Christmas Eve, Minkie and her quirky gang—led by Bobby, the horse—set out to uncover his secrets, blendin…
Level B2AdventureMilly's errandTwo determined brothers gather seaweed to help their bedridden mother, while a mysterious, tormented doctor battles inner demons near their storm-threatened coastal village.
Level B2Science FictionMilk RunA rusty freighter crew drifts through hyperspace on a routine run, unaware that the mysterious alien creatures they've loaded are awakening—and taking over their ship.
Level C1AdventureMilitary Memoirs of Capt. George CarletonAn English captain’s firsthand account reveals daring naval battles and sieges across Europe and Spain during the turbulent reigns of King Charles and King James II.
Level C1AdventureMiles Wallingford: Sequel to "Afloat and Ashore"Amidst political unrest and personal trials, a seasoned mariner confronts the turbulent social currents of his time while battling peril at sea and the fragile bonds of family loya…
Level B2AdventureMidshipman MerrillA determined young midshipman crafts a perfect model ship to raise funds for his ailing mother, but faces ridicule and challenges from local youths in a rugged Maine seaport.
Level B2AdventureMidnight Jack, or The road-agentStranded in a remote valley, a whisky smuggler battles a broken wagon and relentless pursuit, while the notorious outlaw Midnight Jack lurks nearby, ready to turn the treacherous C…