Fantasy
Read Fantasy Classics in English
1,193 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 C1FantasyThe Life and Adventures of Peter Wilkins, Volume 1 (of 2)Stranded on a mysterious island, Peter Wilkins embarks on an extraordinary journey where human wings grant flight and fantastical adventures unfold in a world both wondrous and str…
Level C1FantasyThe Life and Adventures of Peter Wilkins, Complete (Volumes 1 and 2)Shipwrecked on a mysterious island, Peter Wilkins discovers a hidden world where winged beings soar through the skies.
Level B2FantasyThe Legends of King Arthur and His KnightsIn a Britain torn by Saxon invasions, prophecies and legends intertwine as King Arthur rises from mysterious origins to unite knights under a noble quest.
Level C1FantasyThe Laughter of Peterkin: A retelling of old tales of the Celtic WonderworldAwaken beneath a moonlit poplar, Peterkin glimpses tiny, laughing moonshine-folk dancing among the leaves, their mysterious songs echoing ancient Celtic magic.
Level C1MysteryThe Laughing Mill, and Other StoriesAn old mariner’s peaceful farmhouse by the sea sets the stage for mysterious, supernatural tales where the impossible quietly unfolds.
FantasyThe Last of the HuggermuggersIn a whimsical world where mysterious creatures called Huggermuggers roam, an extraordinary adventure unfolds that challenges the boundaries between reality and imagination.
Level B2FantasyThe Last of Mrs. DeBrughA devoted maid faces sharp rebukes from a harsh mistress as the aging Mr.
Level C1Science FictionThe Last ManIn a haunting exploration of ancient ruins, two travelers uncover mysterious Sibylline leaves inscribed with prophecies in multiple languages, hinting at secrets that bridge past a…
Level B2Science FictionThe Last GentlemanAfter nuclear bombs devastate a small community, survivors face eerie silence, creeping lethargy, and the haunting uncertainty of what comes next in a world shadowed by war and cen…
Level C1Science FictionThe Last Generation: A Story of the FutureIn a future where civilization's progress breeds misery and rebellion, a mysterious Wind of Time offers a journey through history and a glimpse of a world on the brink of upheaval.
Level C1Science FictionThe Last American: A Fragment from the Journal of Khan-li, Prince of Dimph-yoo-chur and Admiral in the Persian NavyIn a distant future, a Persian admiral uncovers the eerie ruins of a vanished civilization on a forgotten continent, revealing a once-vibrant people whose sudden extinction challen…
Level B2Science FictionThe Land of the Changing SunTwo strangers awaken in a sinking balloon over a vast, sunlit ocean, facing a desperate plunge toward a mysterious rocky island.
Level B2FantasyThe Land of the Blue FlowerIn a land once ruled by cruelty, a newborn king is hidden away in a mountain castle by a wise guardian who teaches him to understand the harmony between nature and power.
Level B2FantasyThe Land of OzIn the mysterious Land of Oz, a spirited boy named Tip lives under the watchful eye of the enigmatic sorceress Mombi.
Level C1Science FictionThe Land That Time ForgotA torpedo attack leaves a passenger ship sinking, thrusting survivors into a desperate struggle for life and mystery.
Level B2Science FictionThe Lamps of the AngelsIn a future where humanity has conquered the solar system, a space captain returns home with precious gifts from distant planets, sparking reflections on family, tradition, and the…
Level C1FantasyThe Lair of the White WormA young Australian man receives an inviting letter from his estranged grand-uncle in rural England, promising a warm welcome and a new life.
Level C1FantasyThe Kings of the East: A Romance of the Near FutureIn a vibrant city where cultures collide, a secretive group hatches a bold plan to re-colonize Palestine, awaiting a singular leader to navigate political storms and unite divided…
Level B2FantasyThe King of Gee-WhizIn a city far from the sea, twins Zuzu and Lulu Pickle are born with startling green and blue hair, the result of their father's mysterious experiments.
Level C1Science FictionThe JunkmakersIn a future where society ritually destroys obsolete machines to create purpose in a world of abundance, Wendell Hart uncovers unsettling truths about consumption, obsolescence, an…
Level B2FantasyThe Ivory ChildAn adventurous hunter finds himself drawn into a mysterious conflict involving a colossal elephant god and the enigmatic Black Kendah tribe.
Level B2FantasyThe Iron Star — And What It Saw on Its Journey Through the Ages: From Myth to HistoryJourney through a primeval world where fire is a precious treasure and ancient fears roam the forest.
Level C1Science FictionThe Invisible Man: A Grotesque RomanceA mysterious stranger arrives in a small village, his face hidden beneath bandages and dark glasses, seeking warmth and refuge from the winter storm.
Level B2Science FictionThe Invisible EnemySent to fight in a war he barely understands, a fifteen-year-old boy faces an invisible enemy while grappling with fading memories and uncertain purpose.
Level C1FantasyThe Intoxicated Ghost, and other storiesGifted with the rare ability to see ghosts, Irene Gaspic is called to aid her old friend Fanny at the ancestral Oldtower estate, where restless spirits and unresolved family secret…
Level C1Science FictionThe InheritorsA mysterious woman claiming to inhabit the Fourth Dimension challenges a writer's perceptions during a chance encounter, sparking a conversation that blurs reality, identity, and t…
Level B2Science FictionThe ImpersonatorAwakening with no memory but a familiar identity, a man named Paul Chandler navigates a tense global council debating desperate measures to halt an encroaching ice age.
Level B2Science FictionThe Imitation of EarthStranded on a fiery, alien world, a man awakens transformed—no longer human but a sprawling, sentient plant navigating a volatile landscape beneath twin suns.
Level C1Science FictionThe Image and the LikenessAmid rising tensions in post-colonial Asia, four scientists embark on a covert mission to uncover the truth behind New Buddhism, a powerful nationalist movement with a shadowy agen…
Level C1Science FictionThe IdealA brilliant but eccentric professor revives the legendary experiment of Roger Bacon, creating an iron automaton that mysteriously comes to life, challenging the boundaries of scien…
Level C1Science FictionThe Hyborian AgeExplore a turbulent prehistoric world where ancient kingdoms crumble and savage tribes rise amid cataclysmic upheaval, as civilizations clash and mysterious lands and peoples shape…
Level C1FantasyThe Huge Hunter; Or, The Steam Man of the PrairiesOn the vast prairie, two men encounter a colossal steam-powered mechanical giant controlled by a daring driver and a bright-eyed boy.
Level C1MysteryThe House on the BorderlandIn a remote Irish hamlet shrouded in mystery and isolation, two friends set up camp by an unnamed river, only to encounter strange locals and an eerie manuscript that promises to u…
Level C1FantasyThe House of the Wolfings: A Tale of the House of the Wolfings and All the Kindreds of the Mark Written in Prose and in VerseAmidst a vast, ancient forest lies the Mid-mark, a thriving clearing shaped by a fierce people skilled in iron and tillage.
Level C1FantasyThe House of SoulsA London clerk's mundane life is shattered when ancestral memories awaken, revealing a haunting contrast between his dull suburban existence and the noble traditions of an ancient…
Level B2FantasyThe House of Arden: A Story for ChildrenTwo children, Edred and Elfrida Arden, live in a once-grand but now crumbling family estate by the sea, struggling with the hardships of lost fortune and unwelcome lodgers.
Level B1FantasyThe House With Sixty Closets: A Christmas Story for Young Folks and Old ChildrenIn a grand house built with sixty closets to store countless gifts, a generous judge and his wife prepare to host a Christmas filled with unexpected wonders.
Level C1Science FictionThe Hour of the DragonIn a shadowed chamber, a powerful sorcery revives Xaltotun, a long-dead magician awakened by the Heart of Ahriman, setting in motion a dark and deadly struggle for a throne and anc…
Level C1Science FictionThe HopliteIn a sterile future where warriors live confined lives, Jord prepares for another grueling tour encased in a machine, yearning for connection amid the cold, mechanical existence th…
Level C1FantasyThe Hollow LandIn a land shadowed by feuds and fierce ambition, Florian de Liliis seeks the elusive Hollow Land where he first saw his love.
Level C1Science FictionThe Hitch HikersOn a dying Mars where moisture has vanished and an ancient race faces extinction, a mysterious water-based visitor arrives, sparking hope and curiosity.
Level C1FantasyThe History of Caliph VathekA pleasure-seeking Caliph indulges in opulent feasts and exotic extravagances, but his insatiable desires lead him into a dark, fantastical journey filled with wild Arabian wonders…
Level B2Science FictionThe Heads of ApexA desperate soldier of fortune answers a mysterious advertisement, plunging into a secretive mission led by a shadowy, wheelchair-bound man with an uncanny presence.
Level C1FantasyThe Haunted Homestead: A NovelA fearless girl fascinated by ghosts embarks on a summer journey with her inseparable friend Mathilde to Saratoga Springs, where amid bustling crowds and new acquaintances, eerie m…
Level C1MysteryThe Haunted Chamber: A NovelAs dusk settles over an ancient castle shrouded in chilling legends and bloodstained secrets, Sir Adrian Dynecourt prepares to host guests who may soon uncover the dark mysteries l…
Level B2FantasyThe Happy AdventurersA young girl, sidelined by illness and injury, finds herself confined to a quiet country home where loneliness and restlessness threaten her spirit.
Level C1Science FictionThe Hampdenshire WonderA mother travels with her astonishing infant, whose extraordinary intelligence captivates and unnerves fellow passengers on a train journey from London.
Level C1FantasyThe Greylock: A Fairy TaleIn a land of ruins and mystery, a valiant knight discovers a beautiful woman bound by chains and trapped by a fierce spirit demanding her hand in marriage.