CEFR B2 · Upper-intermediate
Read Upper-intermediate Classics in English (B2)
3688 books graded at CEFR B2 (upper-intermediate) — learn English by reading the stories worth reading at exactly your level. Tap any word for an instant translation, listen to the narration, and save the vocabulary you meet. Start with a free sample.
What are the best B2 books to read in English?
The best B2 books to read in English are well-known classics whose own language sits at that level — start with £19,000, Zula and Zoraida: A Romance of the Harem and the Great Sahara. Each is the complete book, labelled CEFR B2 (upper-intermediate), with tap-to-translate, narration and saved vocabulary, so you read a real story while building the English you actually meet in it.
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Level B2AdventureZigzag Journeys in Northern Lands;: The Rhine to the Arctic; A Summer Trip of the Zigzag Club Through Holland, Germany, Denmark, Norway, and SwedenJourney along the storied Rhine River, where history, legend, and fairy tales intertwine across castles, forests, and battlefields, revealing the roots of Northern Europe's culture…
Level B2PoetryYuletide entertainmentsStep into the heart of Christmas with playful monologues, charming recitations, and lively drills designed to bring holiday legends and joy to life—especially for children eager to…
Level B2AdventureYule-Tide YarnsAmidst the turmoil of revolutionary France, a young English midshipman commands a captured French schooner, spying on noble families caught between loyalty and survival.
Level B2AdventureYule Logs: Longmans' Christmas Annual for 1898Two young engineers celebrate the triumph of a revolutionary submarine, the Mermaid, designed to change naval warfare forever.
Level B2AdventureYoung Tom Bowling: The Boys of the British NavyAmid bustling naval signals and spirited father-son banter, a fifteen-year-old boy dreams of joining the British Navy.
Level B2Children'sYoung SoldierJoin a young soldier on his adventures from the battlefield to the hunt, discovering the roles, weapons, and duties that shape a soldier’s life in this colorful, engaging journey d…
Level B2FantasyYoung Robin HoodA restless boy rides through Sherwood Forest, dreaming of meeting the legendary Robin Hood, as his caravan is ambushed by armed men in green.
Level B2AdventureYoung Peggy McQueenAt dawn on a radiant May morning, twelve-year-old Peggy McQueen slips quietly from her caravan into a sun-dappled forest glade, seeking a magical ritual to bless her beauty and spi…
Level B2Children'sYoung Oliver: or the Thoughtless Boy. A TaleBorn to hardworking parents who lose their farm to a ruthless squire, young Oliver faces hardship and loss but learns a trade, earns a loan, and dreams of starting his own business…
Level B2Children'sYoung Lucretia and Other StoriesIn a quaint village, young Lucretia, wrapped in her aunts' hand-me-downs, navigates school life and Christmas festivities with a radiant smile and quiet resilience, despite the col…
Level B2AdventureYoung Jack Harkaway Fighting the Pirates of the Red SeaWhen Young Jack Harkaway is captured by ruthless pirates in the Red Sea, his friends must navigate treacherous waters and outwit deadly foes to rescue him before it's too late.
Level B2AdventureYoung Hunters in Porto Rico; or, The Search for a Lost TreasureFour adventurous boys set sail on a newly inherited yacht, chasing rumors of a hidden Spanish treasure in the mysterious caves of Porto Rico.
Level B2Children'sYoung Folks' Treasury, Volume 2 (of 12): Myths and Legendary HeroesJourney through enchanting myths and legendary heroes from Greece, Rome, Scandinavia, India, Japan, and beyond, where gods, demigods, and brave mortals come alive in timeless tales…
Level B2Children'sYoung Folks Treasury, Volume 3 (of 12): Classic Tales and Old-Fashioned StoriesEmbark on a journey through timeless tales, from the noble quests of Don Quixote to the enchanting stories of the Arabian Nights, and discover adventures, legends, and dreams that…
Level B2HistoricalYoung Captain Jack; Or, The Son of a SoldierA resolute boy fishing by a Southern river confronts a mysterious Confederate surgeon who claims to be his father amid the looming threat of Civil War battles near Tanner’s Mill.
Level B2AdventureYoung Auctioneers; Or, The Polishing of a Rolling StoneA resourceful homeless youth teams up with a skilled auctioneer to buy a horse and wagon, hitting the road to sell goods and search for his missing father.
Level B2AdventureYoung Alaskans in the Far NorthThree adventurous boys embark from a rugged frontier town, aiming to explore the vast, uncharted wilderness of the Far North along mighty rivers and frozen landscapes, guided by ma…
Level B2Children'sYou're on the AirA young aspiring actor dreams of breaking into the booming world of radio drama, inspired by the fame and fortune of a local star.
Level B2AdventureYankee Boys in Japan; Or, The Young Merchants of YokohamaTwo brothers inherit their late father’s struggling import business in the bustling foreign settlement of Yokohama, Japan.
Level B2AdventureWyomingAs enemy forces of Tories and Indians threaten the peaceful Wyoming Valley during the Revolutionary War, young patriot Fred Godfrey races against time to defend his home and loved…
Level B2AdventureWyn's Camping Days; Or, The Outing of the Go-Ahead ClubA spirited group of girls known as the Go-Ahead Club plans an adventurous camping trip to Lake Honotonka, navigating challenges from hesitant parents to mastering campfire skills.
Level B2AdventureWrecked on Spider Island; Or, How Ned Rogers Found the TreasureA determined boy with no home and few prospects escapes his harsh town by joining a drover’s cattle drive to Portland, Maine, where new opportunities and the promise of fortune awa…
Level B2Children'sWreaths of Friendship: A Gift for the YoungFour children on a sea-shore face a choice between building a fort or a lighthouse, sparking a heartfelt lesson about kindness and guidance.
Level B2Children'sWorth While Stories for Every DayYoung girls boast of their beautiful, delicate hands, but an old woman reveals the true beauty lies in hands that work hard to help others.
Level B2AdventureWork and Win; Or, Noddy Newman on a CruiseA rebellious orphan with a wild past is taken under the wing of a compassionate young woman who strives to guide him from mischief to morality.
Level B2AdventureWoodcraft Boys at Sunset IslandFour adventurous boys at Sunset Island spot a mysterious giant fish and set out on an exhilarating chase to catch it, discovering the thrill of the unexpected in their summer fishi…
Level B2Children'sWoodbine-Arbor; or, The Little Gardeners: A Story of a Happy ChildhoodSix lively siblings tend their own garden, building an arbor and cultivating flowers while balancing lessons, chores, and childhood play in a charming countryside home near New Yor…
Level B2Children'sWood Magic: A FableA curious boy named Bevis explores his enchanting garden, where flowers, birds, and even a bumblebee invite him into a world of gentle magic and quiet adventure just beyond the fam…
Level B2Children'sWonderwings and other Fairy StoriesA young fairy named Poppypink dreams of wings as dazzling as Wonderwings’, but to earn them she must leave her magical home and face the harsh human world, discovering the power of…
Level B2Children'sWonderful Stories for ChildrenEnter a magical world where Olé Luckoiè, a gentle storyteller, visits a little boy each night, transforming his bedroom into enchanted realms filled with talking letters, chatterin…
Level B2Children'sWonder Tales from Many LandsA prince defies his father's warning to uncover a hidden portrait of a mysterious maiden trapped by a powerful magician in a distant iron castle.
Level B2Children'sWon overIn the heart of bustling London, two siblings face hardship and hope as they navigate family struggles, kindness from unexpected friends, and dreams of a better life beyond the cit…
Level B2Children'sWon in the ninthCollege baseball captain Hughie Jenkins returns to campus, eager to lead his team to victory after a thrilling football championship.
Level B2AdventureWolf Ear the Indian: A story of the great uprising of 1890-91Amid rising tensions on the Sioux reservation, the restless spirit of Wolf Ear and the threat of a ghost dance uprising ignite a dangerous clash between Native Americans and settle…
Level B2Children'sWits' EndOn a quiet island where fishermen’s lives intertwine with new beginnings, a mysterious woman plans to build a cottage by the rocky shore, stirring curiosity and change in the close…
Level B2AdventureWith the Indians in the RockiesA young boy fascinated by the rugged frontier life finds himself torn between his family's hopes for a scholarly future and the wild adventures of trappers, traders, and Native Ame…
Level B2AdventureWith the British Legion: A Story of the Carlist WarsA fearless young man with a wild spirit and a troubled past joins the British Legion to fight in the perilous Carlist Wars, facing hardship, betrayal, and fierce battles as he stri…
Level B2AdventureWith the Black PrinceIn the shadowed Longwood forest, a majestic stag wounded by arrows stands its ground against fierce hounds and hunters, revealing a tense and thrilling chase in the wilds of mediev…
Level B2AdventureWith the Allies to Pekin: A Tale of the Relief of the LegationsCaught between two worlds, young Rex returns from China to England to navigate school life and prepare for a future in international trade, all while the fierce Boxer Rebellion thr…
Level B2AdventureWith Washington in the west;Amidst the wild frontier, young David Morris joins a young George Washington as tensions rise between English settlers and French forces.
Level B2AdventureWith Trapper Jim in the North WoodsFive adventurous boys seize the chance to spend a thrilling autumn in the North Woods with the seasoned trapper Jim, camping, fishing, and uncovering nature’s secrets in a remote l…
Level B2AdventureWith Sam Houston in Texas: A Boy Volunteer in the Texas Struggles for Independence, When in the Years 1835-1836 the Texas Colonists Threw Off the Unjust Rule of Mexico, and by Heroic Deeds Established, Under the Guidance of the Bluff Sam Houston, Their Own Free Republic Which To-day is the Great Lone Star StateAmid the fierce Texas struggle for independence from Mexico, a young volunteer joins legendary leader Sam Houston in a daring fight to establish a free republic.
Level B2AdventureWith Rogers on the Frontier: A Story of 1756Amidst the fierce struggle between England and France for North American dominance in 1756, a band of rugged New England farmers-turned-soldiers prepares to seize a vital French st…
Level B2AdventureWith Roberts to Pretoria: A Tale of The South African WarAmid financial ruin and shifting fortunes, young Yorke faces the challenges of war as British forces under General Roberts advance toward Pretoria during the South African conflict…
Level B2AdventureWith Porter in the Essex: A Story of His Famous Cruise in the Southern Waters During the War of 1812Set sail with Captain Porter and the frigate Essex on a daring 1812 naval cruise through southern waters, where bold strategy and relentless pursuit challenge the might of the Brit…
Level B2AdventureWith Perry on Lake ErieYoung comrades join Commodore Perry’s fleet on Lake Erie during the War of 1812, sharing the hardships and triumphs of naval battle as they build and crew gunboats to challenge the…
Level B2Children'sWith Mask and MittTwo ambitious boys from small towns prepare for a new school year at Seaton, where baseball dreams and fierce competition shape their friendship and future.
Level B2AdventureWith Marlborough to Malplaquet: A Story of the Reign of Queen AnneOn a bitter winter night in 1701, young George Fairburn braves the cold and pride to visit relatives in Darlington, navigating rivalries and hardships amid the stirring backdrop of…