Fantasy
Read Fantasy Classics in English
384 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 Morning Star, Mopsa the Fairy and Moonlight and Robots. 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 C1Science FictionIn the Days of the CometAs a comet approaches Earth, a man reflects on a transformative event he calls the Great Change—an upheaval that reshapes society and challenges the boundaries between past and fut…
Level B2FantasyIn the Court of King ArthurIn a realm of legendary knights and chivalry, a young page named Allan faces danger when an arrogant knight demands a perilous message be delivered.
Level B2FantasyIn the Closed RoomIn a sweltering city flat near the thunderous Elevated Railroad, young Judith, a delicate and mysterious child, finds solace in her imagination and a distant aunt’s haunting legacy…
Level C1MysteryIn a Glass Darkly, v. 2/3A young Englishman traveling through post-Napoleonic Europe encounters a mysterious noblewoman veiled in black, whose gratitude and gaze hint at secrets beneath her elegant exterio…
Level B2FantasyIn Story-landA kind-hearted, plain little girl named Beta finds purpose in bringing joy to her village through simple acts of kindness, while a wise but lame giant watches over them all from hi…
Level C1Science FictionIn Search of the UnknownAn ex-government official takes on a new role managing exotic waterfowl at a New York zoological garden, where a mysterious letter hints at the existence of a legendary, supposedly…
Level B2FantasyIn Camp With A Tin SoldierA curious boy hears the distant beat of soldiers' drums and discovers his favorite picture—a quiet country lane—beginning to come alive with mysterious movement.
Level B2Science FictionIf at First You Don't...In a future where satellites are relics of a bygone era, a historic orbital satellite faces destruction, sparking fierce political debates about preservation versus progress.
Level C1FantasyIdolatry: A RomanceIn 1853 Boston, two mysterious guests check into neighboring rooms at a grand hotel overlooking a graveyard, setting the stage for uncanny adventures that blur the lines between fa…
Level C1FantasyHypolympia; Or, The Gods in the Island, an Ironic FantasyAncient Greek gods find themselves exiled to a remote Northern European island in the early twentieth century, grappling with mortality, lost power, and a strange new world far fro…
Level B2Science FictionHoles, IncorporatedTwo inventors unveil a mysterious device that creates holes into the fourth dimension, defying all logic and revolutionizing construction.
Level C1Science FictionHistory of a World of Immortals without a GodA bitter misanthrope and surgeon turned traveler, Gervaas Van Varken abandons his profession to explore the East, seeking answers in a world where immortality reigns without divine…
Level B2Science FictionHigh ManCaught in a whirlwind of suspicion and silence, a man becomes entangled with a renegade professor whose anti-gravity belt promises to defy the limits of Earth—and launch them into…
Level C1FantasyHieroglyphic TalesIn an age obsessed with fleeting tales, an ancient collection of Hieroglyphic Tales emerges, promising timeless wisdom and deep learning preserved through mysterious oral tradition…
Level C1FantasyHeu-Heu, or The monsterDeep in the African wilderness, a seasoned hunter and his loyal servant uncover a terrifying monster-god worshipped by natives, sparking a tale of prehistoric beasts and ancient my…
Level B2FantasyHerlandThree scientists embark on a daring expedition into uncharted territory, chasing legends of a mysterious land inhabited solely by women.
Level B2Science FictionHeavenly GiftsIn a quiet lab, a humble janitor’s midnight prayers are answered in extraordinary ways when mysterious gifts begin appearing—transforming faith into a cosmic connection that blurs…
Level C1FantasyHearts of threeThree men bound by fate embark on a thrilling adventure filled with danger and discovery, where love and loyalty are tested amid relentless action and unexpected twists.
Level B2FantasyHeart of the WorldAn English mine manager in remote Chiapas seeks solace in ancient ruins and legends, leading him to a mysterious hacienda and the enigmatic Don Ignatio.
Level C1FantasyHeAn unexpected mummy case arrives with a mysterious letter, plunging the narrator into a tale of ancient secrets and a thrilling quest to Treasure Island where hidden fortunes and d…
Level C1FantasyHauntings: Fantastic StoriesIn a world where the supernatural lingers in the shadows of memory and imagination, eerie tales unfold beneath moonlit skies and ancient castles.
Level C1Science FictionHarilekAmid the rugged landscapes of Central Asia, a soldier’s mysterious diary reveals encounters with enigmatic tribes, mystical lands, and shadowy figures, blurring the line between ha…
Level B2FantasyHarding's luckIn a grim, colorless neighborhood, lame boy Dickie dreams of green and life beyond the dirty yard he calls home, sparking a quiet rebellion as he and a kindly neighbor plot to tran…
Level B2FantasyHans Andersen's Fairy TalesIn a misty northern moor ruled by the mysterious Marsh King, a lost princess of fairy descent arrives, stripped of her magical swan-feathers and trapped in a strange land.
Level C1FantasyHanit the EnchantressIn ancient Egypt, a powerful enemy has desecrated the tomb of Menna, destroying the magic meant to secure his eternal peace.
Level B2Science FictionHandymanTrapped alone on a post-apocalyptic Earth, James Ypsilanti battles cold and confinement by chopping up his prison doors for firewood—while a relentless, emotionless carpenter robot…
Level B2FantasyHalf-Hours with JimmieboyOn a restless Christmas Eve, a young boy named Jimmieboy discovers not one, but two Santa Clauses, who invite him on a magical adventure to help deliver gifts despite the challenge…
Level B2FantasyGulliver's Travels into Several Remote Regions of the WorldShipwrecked and stranded in strange lands, a curious traveler encounters tiny people in Lilliput and giants in Brobdingnag, embarking on fantastical voyages that challenge his unde…
Level C1Science FictionGulliver of MarsA disillusioned Navy lieutenant crosses paths with a mysterious, otherworldly stranger who collapses in the streets of New York, setting off a surreal adventure that will challenge…
Level B2Science FictionGrove of the UnbornStranded alone on a mysterious alien planet, a starship engineer uncovers unsettling secrets beneath a seemingly peaceful civilization—where strange creatures are sacred and a fana…
Level C1MysteryGrim TalesA newly wealthy journalist inherits a mysterious ebony frame concealing two eerie portraits—one of himself in anachronistic attire, the other a captivating woman with commanding ey…
Level C1MysteryGreen Tea; Mr. Justice HarbottleA reclusive clergyman suffers mysterious, sudden collapses during his sermons, sparking intrigue about his hidden ailments and secrets.
Level B2Science FictionGreen Grew the LassesWhen a mysterious green plant overtakes a town, women and girls begin turning green overnight, sparking panic and isolation in Mimosa Beach.
Level B2Science FictionGoodbye, Dead Man!In a tense mountain reactor installation under Outsider control, two friends face the deadly menace of Orley Mattup, a guard whose lethal power and sinister card games threaten the…
Level B2Science FictionGoma's FolliclesStranded on the remote mining colony of Procyon IV, a weary traveler faces unexpected dangers just trying to get a haircut aboard a starship.
Level C1Science FictionGods of the NorthIn a frozen wasteland where brutal clans clash and gods linger in shadows, a lone warrior named Amra confronts a mysterious, enchanting woman whose allegiance—and power—defy the ha…
Level B2FantasyGlinda of Oz: In Which Are Related the Exciting Experiences of Princess Ozma of Oz, and Dorothy, in Their Hazardous Journey to the Home of the Flatheads, and to the Magic Isle of the Skeezers, and How They Were Rescued from Dire Peril by the Sorcery of Glinda the GoodIn the magical Land of Oz, Princess Ozma and Dorothy discover a mysterious conflict between the unknown Skeezers and Flatheads, prompting a daring journey to uncover hidden realms…
Level B2FantasyGirls in BooklandTwo sisters face a lonely winter storm on their prairie home, longing for adventure and companionship.
Level C1FantasyGiphantia: Or a View of What Has Passed, What Is Now Passing, and, During the Present Century, What Will Pass, in the World.A daring traveler ventures into the scorching deserts beyond Guinea, enduring a terrifying sandstorm, only to discover a hidden, fertile plain filled with unexpected wonders.
Level B2Science FictionGet Out of My Body!An alien fugitive hides by possessing a young girl in Knoxville, sparking a tense hunt as a human tour-chief races against a looming alien intervention to capture him before disast…
Level B2Science FictionGenerals Help ThemselvesIn a tense future where a devastating defeat on Venus has shattered hope, an admiral entrusts a disgraced commander with the critical defense of Base Q, the Federation’s vital ener…
Level C2FantasyGeneral William Booth Enters into Heaven, and Other PoemsA bold and visionary march through heaven’s gates follows General William Booth as he leads society’s outcasts—lepers, convicts, and lost souls—into a transformed, radiant afterlif…
FantasyGawayne and the Green Knight: A Fairy TaleA mysterious Green Knight challenges the noble Gawayne to a daring test of courage and honor, setting in motion a fantastical quest filled with magic and chivalry.
Level C2FantasyGargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 5Embark on a fantastical voyage to mysterious islands inhabited by bizarre creatures and curious societies, where riddles, enchanted temples, and whimsical adventures challenge the…
Level C1FantasyGargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 4Embark on a fantastical voyage with Pantagruel as he explores strange islands, encounters peculiar customs, and braves mighty storms, all while uncovering curious wonders and engag…
Level C2FantasyGargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 3Embark on a fantastical journey as Pantagruel transports a colony of Utopians to the strange land of Dipsody, while his companion Panurge wrestles with the complexities of marriage…
Level C1FantasyGargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 2Dive into the adventures of Pantagruel, a giant born into a world of wit and wonder, as he navigates youthful exploits, sharp judgments, and encounters with colorful companions lik…
Level C1FantasyGargantua and Pantagruel, Illustrated, Book 1Dive into the outrageous adventures of Gargantua, a giant born under bizarre circumstances, whose exploits range from uproarious education to epic battles and the founding of a uto…