Historical
Read Historical Classics in English
5 historical 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 historical classics to read in English as a learner?
The best historical classics for English learners are the well-known titles you can read in the original — start with Motion pictures, 1940-1949, Mother of Pearl and Moscow: A Story of the French Invasion of 1812. 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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| Title | Chapters | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Park Ranger Program: Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National Monuments | 11 | A2 |
| Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site: Junior Ranger Workbook | 3 | A2 |
| Dave Darrin on the Asiatic Station: Or, Winning Lieutenants' Commissions on the Admiral's Flagship | 21 | A2 |
| Dave Darrin and the German Submarines: Or, Making a Clean-up of the Hun Sea Monsters | 25 | A2 |
| A poem on the earthquake at Lisbon | 1 | A2 |
Level A2HistoricalJunior Park Ranger Program: Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National MonumentsExplore the mysteries of Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National Monuments through the eyes of a Junior Park Ranger, uncovering ancient pottery, native plants, and the story of the…
Level A2HistoricalHubbell Trading Post National Historic Site: Junior Ranger WorkbookStep back in time at Hubbell Trading Post, where young explorers become Junior Rangers by uncovering Navajo trading customs, historic rug designs, and life at a vibrant cultural cr…
Level A2AdventureDave Darrin on the Asiatic Station: Or, Winning Lieutenants' Commissions on the Admiral's FlagshipTwo young naval officers navigate perilous intrigue and fierce battles on the Asiatic Station, confronting treacherous foes and unraveling mysteries amid political unrest and dange…
Level A2AdventureDave Darrin and the German Submarines: Or, Making a Clean-up of the Hun Sea MonstersCaught in deadly cat-and-mouse naval battles, Dave Darrin hunts German submarines threatening the seas during wartime.
Level A2HistoricalA poem on the earthquake at LisbonExplore the haunting aftermath of Lisbon's devastating earthquake through vivid poetic reflection, capturing the shock and profound impact on a city forever changed by nature's fur…