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 B2FantasyAn Enchanted Garden: Fairy StoriesTwo imaginative siblings, Rafe and Alix, face the challenge of no new stories to share during their bright Easter holidays, sparking a quest for fresh tales and adventures that wil…
Level C1Science FictionAn Anglo-American Alliance: A Serio-Comic Romance and Forecast of the FutureIn a future where nations claim civilization yet breed corruption, two powerful governments—America and Britain—face the challenge of forging a true alliance to awaken universal br…
Level C1FantasyAmos Kilbright; His Adscititious Experiences: With Other StoriesAn earnest stranger with awkward charm arrives selling tickets to mysterious séances, sparking a lawyer's curiosity about the strange world of spiritualists and unexplained phenome…
Level C1FantasyAmong the gnomesVenture into the mysterious Untersberg mountain, where gnomes, fairies, and elemental spirits dwell in hidden caves and marble halls.
Level B2FantasyAmerican Fairy TalesWhen young Martha unlocks her mysterious uncle’s chest, three curious men in colorful velvet emerge, sparking an adventure filled with magic, mystery, and unexpected visitors from…
Level B2Science FictionAlpha Say, Beta DoIn a future where space travelers routinely duplicate themselves for complex missions, Doyle Tindar and Kay Kanton face an unprecedented dilemma when their duplicates unexpectedly…
Level C1FantasyAllan QuatermainGrieving the loss of his son, a seasoned hunter longs to leave behind civilized life and return to the untamed wilderness where adventure, danger, and memories await amid the wild…
Level B2Science FictionAll That Goes UpA father’s ordinary evening turns extraordinary when his son’s experimental panel defies gravity, causing objects to stick to the ceiling.
Level C1Science FictionAll Around the MoonAn audacious plan to reach the Moon unfolds as a colossal cannon fires a hollow projectile carrying three intrepid explorers on a daring journey through space, challenging the limi…
Level B2Science FictionAlien OfferAn alien commander offers humanity a stark choice: evacuate 100,000 children from Earth within a week to escape an imminent cosmic threat.
Level B2FantasyAlice's Adventures Under Ground: Being a facsimile of the original Ms. book afterwards developed into "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland"A curious girl named Alice follows a talking white rabbit down a mysterious rabbit hole, tumbling into a surreal underground world filled with strange passages, locked doors, and m…
Level A2FantasyAlice in Wonderland, Retold in Words of One SyllableA curious girl follows a talking white rabbit down a deep hole, tumbling into a strange world where doors are locked and magic potions change her size.
Level C1FantasyAlice in Blunderland: An Iridescent DreamTrapped indoors on a rainy day, Alice reunites with her whimsical friends who invite her to visit Blunderland, a model city where absurdity reigns and strange creatures like the Co…
Level C1FantasyAlbrechtIn the shadowy depths of the Schwarzwald, mysterious and invisible forest beings weave enchanting melodies that lure mortals into their realm.
Level B2Science FictionAgainst TetrarchTrapped on the brutal planet Tetrarch IV, where humans die young and endure slave labor in toxic mines, Rod Harrow confronts a haunting past and a mysterious ally, Mona Darlanan, w…
Level B2Science FictionAfter London; Or, Wild EnglandAfter a mysterious event leaves London abandoned, nature reclaims the land, transforming fields into vast forests and swamps.
Level B2FantasyAdventures in Wallypug-LandStep into the whimsical kingdom of Why, where animals talk, birds debate politics, and a mysterious invitation leads to adventures alongside the quirky Wallypug king.
Level B1FantasyAdventures in Toyland; What the Marionette Told MollyIn a magical toyshop where toys come to life after hours, a curious girl discovers a talking marionette who promises to share enchanting tales from the secret world of toys, reveal…
Level B2Science FictionAdvanced ChemistryIn a cluttered lab, a determined professor injects dead rats with a mysterious concoction that sparks unexpected life, igniting hope for groundbreaking healing.
Level B2Science FictionAdrift in the Unknown; or, Queer Adventures in a Queer RealmWhen Professor Quinn and his steel "castle" vanish without a trace, along with a powerful railroad magnate, the mystery deepens into a thrilling adventure exploring strange realms…
Level C1FantasyAdded Upon: A StorySpirits in a celestial assembly face a pivotal choice: to leave their pure spiritual existence and enter a material world, gaining experience that will shape their eternal destiny.
Level C1Science FictionAcross the Zodiac: The Story of a Wrecked RecordA chance encounter on a steamboat introduces a mysterious cipher linked to a secret manuscript, drawing a skeptical traveler and a Confederate officer into a world where coded mess…
Level C1FantasyA. D. 2000In a fog-laden military post in 1887 San Francisco, three army officers—each with distinct ambitions—gather amidst scientific experiments and secret inventions, setting the stage f…
Level C1Science FictionA world to die forA daring crew aboard the Markab embarks on a perilous mission to confront a mysterious, colossal alien ship nicknamed the "crystal woman," seeking answers about a lost explorer and…
Level B2Science FictionA trick of the mindWhen Paul Donovan discovers he can control objects with his mind, he revels in his newfound power—until he uses it to commit a daring robbery.
Level B2Science FictionA princess of MarsA seasoned soldier’s mysterious manuscript reveals a life filled with adventure, loss, and a secret yearning beneath a calm exterior.
Level C1FantasyA message from MarsIn London, Horace Parker's selfish neglect strains his engagement to Minnie as she yearns for joy beyond his cold obsession with astronomy.
Level C1FantasyA kiss for Cinderella: A comedyIn a wartime London studio, a solitary painter’s quiet evening is interrupted by a stern policeman and a striking Venus of Milo statue, setting the stage for a whimsical encounter…
Level C1FantasyA journey to the world under-groundAfter a modest academic career, a curious philosopher embarks on a daring descent into a mysterious, sound-emitting cave atop a Norwegian mountain, plunging into an unknown subterr…
Level B2FantasyA flower bookUnder the moonlight on New Year's night, fairies awaken sleeping flowers for a magical dance in a snowy wood, revealing the secret lives and meanings of blossoms like the Christmas…
Level C1FantasyA brother to dragons, and other old-time talesIn 1586, amidst family feuds and whispered hauntings, a skeptical man confronts a fiery ghost said to inhabit a castle’s blue chamber, challenging beliefs and stirring tensions bet…
Level C1Science FictionA Witch Shall Be BornIn a shadow-haunted palace, Queen Taramis confronts a sinister doppelgänger claiming to be her long-lost twin sister marked by a deadly curse—an eerie tale of dark magic, betrayal,…
Level C1Science FictionA Voyage to the Moon: With Some Account of the Manners and Customs, Science and Philosophy, of the People of Morosofia, and Other LunariansA daring voyage to the Moon reveals a world of strange customs, curious philosophers, and peculiar lunar creatures.
Level C1Science FictionA Voyage to the MoonA restless soul escapes Earth’s confines to explore the moon, encountering strange lands, curious inhabitants, and philosophical debates that challenge his understanding of the uni…
Level C1Science FictionA Voyage to ArcturusA medium prepares for a séance in an opulent London home, where guests await a mysterious materialization that promises to blur the line between dreams and reality.
Level C1FantasyA Voyage in a Balloon (1852)Soar into the sky aboard a gigantic silk balloon as a daring adventurer and unexpected companions ascend from Frankfurt, facing atmospheric wonders, scientific challenges, and the…
Level B2FantasyA Vision of Venus; Or, A Midsummer-Night's NightmareIn a whimsical garden setting, two friends navigate flirtations, fleeting fortunes, and fanciful dreams as a mysterious living statue and an enchanting Venus stir a playful midsumm…
Level C1Science FictionA Trip to Venus: A NovelWhen a mysterious light is spotted on Mars, an astronomer and a curious observer debate whether it signals alien life or natural phenomena, igniting a daring quest to uncover the s…
Level C1Science FictionA Trip to MarsWhen a mysterious meteorite crashes to Earth, a curious young man embarks on an extraordinary journey to Mars, encountering strange visitors and uncovering secrets that blend imagi…
Level B2Science FictionA Touch of E FlatA former war scientist turned professor accidentally invents a powerful new weapon—the Cooling gun—that could change the nature of warfare forever, but its development draws danger…
Level C1FantasyA Syrup of the BeesIn a world where Indian fairies—shape-shifting sky-wizards—wield unpredictable magic and fierce jealousy, crossing social boundaries invites chaos and danger.
Level C1FantasyA Strange Story — CompleteA man’s journey unfolds across three intertwined lives—animal, human, and spiritual—as he confronts mysteries that transcend material existence, guided by supernatural forces and a…
Level C1MysteryA Stable for Nightmares; or, Weird TalesA journey to the remote and neglected Barwyke Hall reveals eerie landscapes and unsettling local tales long forgotten by time.
Level C1FantasyA Southern Cross fairy taleOn a warm New Zealand Christmas Eve, two children gather vibrant flowers to honor their mother’s distant memories of snowy Christmases, blending the magic of fairy tales with the u…
Level C1Science FictionA Son of the Ages: The Reincarnations and Adventures of Scar, the Link: A Story of Man From the BeginningJourney through eons as life evolves from primeval seas to fierce prehistoric battles, following a unique link in human ancestry whose mind begins to stir amid savage survival and…
Level C1FantasyA Son of Perdition: An Occult RomanceAn artist struggling to capture the enchanting Cornish landscape finds his vision intertwined with the ethereal presence of a mysterious girl who speaks of unseen nature spirits, d…
Level B2Science FictionA Soldier's Home Is BattleIn a city devastated by a sudden nuclear attack, Private Jerry Conlon struggles to survive amid the ruins and uncertainty, haunted by the fate of his family and the grim reality of…
Level B2FantasyA Round DozenIn a remote alpine valley, a brave boy named Fritz discovers a mysterious white door carved into a cliff, leading to a hidden world where playful, cloud-like creatures invite him i…