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1,241 classics 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 classics classics to read in English as a learner?
The best classics classics for English learners are the well-known titles you can read in the original — start with Émile Zola, Novelist and Reformer: An Account of His Life & Work, Æschylos Tragedies and Fragments and Âmona; The Child; And The Beast; And Others: From "The Strange Adventure of James Shervinton, and Other Stories" - 1902. 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 B2ClassicsA Fortnight of FollyA daring hotelier offers a select group of distinguished authors a free summer retreat at the remote and grandly scenic Hotel Helicon, nestled atop the rugged Mt.
Level B2ClassicsA Fool's Paradise: An Original Play in Three ActsIn a charming country house, a young man boldly proposes to the woman he loves, despite doubts about status and family history, sparking a thoughtful exploration of love, responsib…
Level B2ClassicsA Fair Mystery: The Story of a CoquetteA devoted family faces ruin when a trusted friend’s betrayal threatens to strip them of their home and future.
Level B2ClassicsA Doll's House : a playIn a cozy, wintertime home, Nora playfully navigates Christmas preparations and her husband’s strict views on money, hinting at the delicate balance beneath their seemingly happy m…
Level B2ClassicsA Dog's TaleA witty and heartfelt canine narrator reveals the quirks and courage of his family, blending humor with lessons on bravery and kindness in a world seen through a dog's eyes.
Level B2ClassicsA Dog Day; or, The Angel in the HouseA loyal dog recounts a chaotic day filled with heroism, mischief, and the ups and downs of family life, revealing his sharp wit and spirited personality through charming diary-styl…
Level B2ClassicsA Daughter of JapanIn a tastefully blended Japanese-English setting, tensions rise as a naval officer confronts the secret romance between Mr.
Level B2ClassicsA Country SweetheartA grieving family faces the devastating aftermath of a tragic injury to their only son, revealing deep wounds and hidden tensions beneath their sorrow.
Level B2ClassicsA Country Idyl, and Other StoriesIn the quiet New England town of Nineveh, childhood friends Nellie and John face the bittersweet challenges of love and change as a charming city youth stirs new feelings and tests…
Level B2ClassicsA CommentaryAn old road worker reflects on the harsh realities of poverty, lost hope, and the relentless march of progress that crushes the vulnerable.
Level B2ClassicsA Christmas Tale: in One ActIn a humble fifteenth-century Parisian home, wooden statues and the glow of a dying fire set the stage for a poignant Christmas tale, where saints and simple family life intertwine…
Level B2ClassicsA Christmas Accident and Other StoriesNeighborly tensions rise over a disputed fence and petty rivalries between the Gilton and Bilton families, where small slights and a troublesome dog spark a Christmas season filled…
Level B2ClassicsA Chautauqua IdylIn a rain-soaked meadow, a curious pink bachelor button recounts the wonders of Chautauqua—a magical lakeside retreat where people gather for music, lectures, and inspiration amid…
Level B2ClassicsA Chariot of FireA desperate father races against time through foggy night towns, battling closed stations and indifferent strangers to reach his dying son in Gloucester.
Level B2ClassicsA Budget of Christmas Tales by Charles Dickens and OthersIn the biting cold of Christmas Eve, miserly Scrooge scorns joy and generosity, valuing only his wealth.
Level B2ClassicsA Black AdonisA young writer anxiously awaits a response from a top publishing firm, dreaming of fame and fortune as he faces the uncertainty of rejection and the fragile hopes tied to his roman…
Level B2ClassicsA Bird of Passage, and Other StoriesA young woman arrives alone at a Swiss hotel, armed only with a knapsack and a piano tuning hammer, defying expectations as she tunes the out-of-tune piano with passionate skill.
Level B2Classics'Charge It': Keeping Up With HarryA whirlwind tale of Harry Swift, a man who races through life with reckless speed, charging everything on credit while chasing endless social engagements and daring adventures.
Level B2Classics"The land of the sky"A family debates a summer journey into the wild, elevated mountains of Western North Carolina, seeking fresh air and breathtaking scenery far from fashionable resorts.
Level B2Classics"Old Harmless"In a remote mountain gulch, Old Harmless clings to his cabin and dreams of a hidden gold ledge, finding solace in the steadfast companionship of trees and his loyal partners, David…
Level B2Classics"O Thou, My Austria!"In a tranquil Austrian country-seat, a proud major wrestles with his past and present, from a misappropriated manuscript to lingering echoes of defeat and domestic tensions, weavin…
Level B2Classics"Impromptu"; or, How to Think on Your FeetLearn to think and speak spontaneously with practical exercises designed to boost mental agility, confidence, and eloquence.
Level B2Classics"Fin Tireur": 1905Stranded in a Sahara sandstorm, a lone French innkeeper known as "Fin Tireur" reveals a haunting past and a fierce bond with the desert where his daughter lies buried—offering a ta…
Level B2Classics"Erb"In a vibrant Southwark Park gathering, a young railway worker rises to address fellow laborers with candid questions and bold truths about their hopes and struggles, challenging bo…
Level B2Classics"As Gold in the Furnace" : A College StoryAt St.
Level B2AdventureAdventures of Huckleberry FinnThe classic adventure novel by Mark Twain.
Level B2AdventureAround the World in Eighty DaysPhileas Fogg wagers his fortune on circling the globe in just eighty days.
Level B2AdventureCatrionaThe classic romance novel by Robert Louis Stevenson.
Level B2HorrorFrankensteinA young scientist builds a living being from death — and abandons what he makes.
Level B2AdventureKidnappedThe classic adventure novel by Robert Louis Stevenson.
Level B2HistoricalLife on the MississippiThe classic adventure novel by Mark Twain.
Level B2AdventureRoughing ItThe classic adventure novel by Mark Twain.
Level B2AdventureThe Adventures of Tom SawyerMischief, caves and buried treasure along the Mississippi River.
Level B2AdventureThe Call of the WildStolen into the Yukon gold rush, a dog heeds the ancient call of the wild.
Level B2MysteryThe Complete Sherlock HolmesDeduction, fog and gaslight — the complete canon of the world's first consulting detective.
Level B2AdventureThe Count of Monte CristoBetrayed and imprisoned, Edmond Dantès escapes to engineer a decade-spanning revenge.
Level B2ClassicsThe Great GatsbyJazz-Age longing on Long Island, and the green light across the bay.
Level B2HistoricalThe Prince and the PauperThe classic historical novel by Mark Twain.
Level B2AdventureTreasure IslandThe classic adventure novel by Robert Louis Stevenson.
Level B2Science FictionTwenty Thousand Leagues Under the SeaCaptain Nemo's submarine Nautilus carries its captives across the world's oceans.
Level B2AdventureTwenty years afterThe classic adventure novel by Alexandre Dumas.