Fantasy
Read Fantasy Classics in English
587 fantasy 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 fantasy classics to read in English as a learner?
The best fantasy classics for English learners are the well-known titles you can read in the original — start with Ægle and the elf, a fantasy, Zicci: A Tale — Complete and Zero Data. 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 C1FantasyZicci: A Tale — CompleteOn a balmy Neapolitan evening, a group of gentlemen encounter a mysterious stranger whose eerie insights hint at unseen forces lurking just beyond human perception, challenging the…
Level C1MysteryZero DataA relentless cop hunts the untouchable tycoon Lonnie Raichi, whose flawless alibis and mysterious "zero data" leave no trace of guilt despite a trail of high-profile crimes.
Level C1Science FictionZarlah the MartianA scientist's routine experiments lead to the creation of an extraordinary film that unexpectedly reveals a glowing shadowy figure—sparking a startling discovery that could revolut…
Level C1FantasyZanoniAn enigmatic immortal named Zanoni walks the delicate line between human passion and supernatural power, revealing a secret world of art, love, and ancient mysticism beneath the su…
Level C1Science FictionYesterday's RevengeIn a world scarred by endless war and ruled by a ruthless dictator controlling powerful robots, a new invention— the Time Visor— promises a chance to challenge the Master’s iron gr…
Level C1FantasyYermah the Dorado: The story of a lost raceIn a lost city once nestled in Golden Gate Park, Yermah, a rider from Atlantis, explores ancient lands ruled by a true El Dorado.
Level C1FantasyYellow-Cap and Other Fairy-Stories For ChildrenIn a peaceful, ancient England ruled by a benevolent king, a mysterious horseman with a golden cap arrives at a humble village, setting the stage for enchanting fairy tales where t…
Level C1Science FictionWith the Night Mail: A Story of 2000 A.D.: (Together with extracts from the comtemporary magazine in which it appeared)Soar through a stormy night in the year 2000 aboard Postal Packet 162, a futuristic airship navigating the skies with precision and power.
Level C1Science FictionWith a VengeanceIn a future where a common man seizes absolute power as First Imperator of Terra, old alliances shatter and traditions crumble under his unpredictable rule.
Level C1FantasyWith The Eyes Shut: 1898A weary traveler discovers a revolutionary phonograph device that reads stories aloud, transforming dull train rides into immersive auditory adventures.
Level C1FantasyWith Airship and Submarine: A Tale of AdventureTwo old acquaintances reunite in London to plot a daring scheme that could change the fate of society, while a wealthy baronet seeks help to save his ailing daughter through a myst…
Level C1FantasyWisdom's Daughter: The Life and Love Story of She-Who-Must-be-ObeyedImmortal and burdened by vanity, Ayesha—She-Who-Must-Be-Obeyed—reveals the secrets of her past lives, weaving tales of love, power, and spiritual conflict captured in ancient manus…
Level C1FantasyWilliam Morris: A Critical StudyExplore the profound isolation and unique vision of a poet whose work transcends his era, revealing the personal spirit behind artistic creation and its complex dialogue with socie…
Level C1Science FictionWhen the World Shook: Being an Account of the Great Adventure of Bastin, Bickley and ArbuthnotThree men embark on a thrilling adventure that challenges the very fabric of reality, as ancient mysteries and spiritual insights collide with the modern world in a quest that coul…
Level C1Science FictionWhen the Sleepers WokeIn a future where colossal aerial fleets clash above New York, a lone pilot braces for a devastating battle that will decide the fate of the city—and perhaps the world itself.
Level C1Science FictionWhen the Sleeper WakesA man tormented by relentless insomnia wanders a rugged coastline, haunted by despair and a mind racing toward madness.
Level C1FantasyWhen Valmond Came to Pontiac: The Story of a Lost Napoleon. Volume 1.A mysterious man named Valmond, believed to be a lost son of Napoleon, appears in a French-Canadian village, stirring legends and secrets as his extraordinary past unfolds against…
Level C1FantasyWhen Valmond Came to Pontiac: The Story of a Lost Napoleon. CompleteA mysterious stranger arrives in Pontiac, claiming to be a lost son of Napoleon, sparking a tale woven with historical fantasy and vivid French-Canadian life.
Level C1Science FictionWhen I Grow UpIn a futuristic university where two rival schools debate whether heredity or environment shapes a child’s destiny, the arrival of little Herbux challenges everything they believe…
Level C1FantasyWeird Tales. Vol. 1 (of 2)An eccentric councillor defies convention by designing and building a wildly unconventional house without plans, captivating a town with his strange methods and mysterious intentio…
Level C1FantasyWeird Tales, Vol. 2 (of 2)In a Venice gripped by fear and war, a mysterious painting of the Doge and Dogess sparks debate over its deeper meaning.
Level C1FantasyWandering ghostsIn a haunted estate steeped in dark family secrets, a dying patriarch’s cryptic warnings cast a shadow over forbidden love.
Level C1FantasyWagner, the Wehr-WolfOn a stormy night in 1516, an aged shepherd mourns his missing granddaughter in the eerie Black Forest, when a mysterious stranger arrives, hinting at dark secrets and supernatural…
Level C1MysteryVisible and InvisibleIn the quiet cul-de-sac of Newsome Terrace, a mysterious physicist conducts secret experiments that challenge the boundaries of life and science.
Level C1FantasyVathek; An Arabian TaleA young caliph's insatiable thirst for knowledge and power leads him to a dark, supernatural realm filled with wonder and peril.
Level C1FantasyVarney the vampyre; or, the feast of bloodAmid a raging storm and the eerie stillness of midnight, a mysterious young woman sleeps unrestfully in an ancient chamber, her presence entwined with the dark legend of Varney the…
Level C1Science FictionUnveiling a Parallel: A RomanceA lone explorer arrives on Mars, greeted by a graceful, highly cultured society whose beauty and hospitality unlock new depths of wonder and emotion.
Level C1FantasyUndineA mysterious knight arrives at a fisherman's secluded cottage by a lake bordered with enchanting woods, where legends and shadows mingle.
Level C1MysteryTwo Ghostly Mysteries: A Chapter in the History of a Tyrone Family; and the Murdered CousinA young woman recounts the eerie disappearance of her ailing sister during a journey home, unraveling dark family secrets and mysterious events in the quiet countryside of Tyrone.
Level C1Science FictionTwelve Stories and a DreamA brilliant but overlooked scientist races against time and rivals to perfect a revolutionary flying machine that promises to change warfare and human life forever.
Level C1FantasyTravels and Adventures of Little Baron Trump and His Wonderful Dog BulgerA young armless knight defies fate and foes alike, wielding sword-stirrups with unmatched strength and courage during the Crusades.
Level C1FantasyTourmalin's Time ChequesAboard the steamer Boomerang, Peter Tourmalin wrestles with boredom and a spicy curry as he navigates the social currents of his voyage home, all while balancing the weight of an u…
Level C1FantasyToppleton's Client; Or, A Spirit in ExileWhen the head of a prestigious law firm dies, his idle son is offered a partnership—and a London office he need never actually manage.
Level C1FantasyTo Whom This May Come: 1898Shipwrecked on a strange island, a lone survivor encounters a white, highly civilized race who cannot speak but understand perfectly—leading to baffling, humorous attempts at commu…
Level C1Science FictionTo Mars via the Moon: An Astronomical StoryJourney through space as a daring voyage to Mars unfolds via the Moon, blending scientific facts with imaginative storytelling to explore the unknown.
Level C1FantasyTibby: A novel dealing with psychic forces and telepathyIn a bustling city alive with industrial might and hidden stories, an enigmatic woman in black and her child captivate the attention of a curious observer, hinting at secrets benea…
Level C1FantasyThrough the Looking-GlassAlice slips through the looking-glass into a whimsical world where chess pieces come to life, curious creatures abound, and playful mischief turns every step into a fantastical adv…
Level C1Science FictionThrelkeld's DaughterTransformed into a captivating human form, a space captain’s daughter struggles to suppress newfound emotions as she embarks on a crucial mission: to lure an Earthling and secure h…
Level C1MysteryThree More John Silence StoriesA silk merchant revisits his austere Protestant boarding school in the South German mountains, where strict discipline and deep religious rituals shaped his youth.
Level C1MysteryThree John Silence StoriesA doctor with rare psychic abilities takes on baffling cases beyond ordinary medicine, confronting mysterious mental afflictions and hidden forces that threaten his patients' very…
Level C1FantasyThree Good Giants: Whose Ancient Deeds are recorded in the Ancient ChroniclesJourney through the legendary exploits of three towering giants—Grandgousier, Gargantua, and Pantagruel—whose adventures blend humor, humanity, and ancient lore in a world where co…
Level C1FantasyThoth: A RomanceIn a world shaped by ancient intellect and ruthless ambition, a powerful lineage seeks to replace humanity with a superior race trained in supreme intelligence.
Level C1FantasyThings near & farWinding through ancient Welsh landscapes, two sisters eagerly await their brother John's return from Oxford, as whispers of old legends and village intrigues stir beneath the seren…
Level C1Science FictionTheodore Savage: A Story of the Past or the FutureTheodore Savage reflects on a life shaped by comfort and routine, unaware of the upheavals to come.
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 C1Science FictionThe war of the worldsAs Earth unknowingly thrives, distant Martian intellects face a dying world and plot a desperate invasion, viewing humanity as mere animals in a cosmic struggle for survival.
Level C1Science FictionThe vertigo hookIn a world where time twists beyond a single dimension, a brilliant mathematician and his team face a secret mission to engineer a groundbreaking rocket nozzle, navigating the tang…
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.