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Read Classic Literature in English
Learn English by reading the books worth reading. Every book is the complete text, labelled A2 to C2 — tap any word for an instant translation, hear natural audio narration, and save the vocabulary you meet as you go. Pick your level and start with a free sample.
Level B2AdventureThe Submarine Boys for the Flag: Deeding Their Lives to Uncle SamWhen a mysterious German professor urgently seeks out Captain Jack Benson, a young submarine skipper, Jack is drawn into a secret that could change everything he knows about his un…
Level B2AdventureThe Submarine Boys and the Spies: Dodging the Sharks of the DeepAt Spruce Beach, a grand crowd awaits the arrival of the cutting-edge submarine "Benson," captained by sixteen-year-old prodigy Jack Benson and his teenage crew, promising thrillin…
Level B2AdventureThe Submarine Boys and the Middies: The Prize Detail at AnnapolisYoung captains and engineers navigate the challenges of pioneering submarine torpedo boats as they strive to prove their value to an indifferent U.
Level B2FantasyThe Strange Story BookStep into a world where ancient myths and enchanting tales come alive, guided by a storyteller who cherishes beasts, history, and the magic of old legends.
Level B2MysteryThe Strange Case of CavendishWhen Frederick Cavendish receives a desperate telegram from an old prospector friend, he wrestles with family conflicts and city vices before deciding to return to the rugged wilds…
Level B2MysteryThe Strange Cabin on Catamount IslandA group of adventurous boys accept a daring challenge to camp for a full week on the eerie Catamount Island, facing fears sparked by ghostly noises and testing their nerve with new…
Level B2AdventureThe Strange Adventures of Eric BlackburnA maiden voyage turns nightmarish when a blazing meteorite crashes through the Saturn, a vast passenger steamer bound for Melbourne.
Level B2AdventureThe Stowaway GirlA young woman faces a desperate proposal from her coarse, broke uncle to marry a wealthy but unpleasant man for financial rescue.
Level B2AdventureThe Story of the White-Rock CoveA young boy’s sunny morning schoolwork leads to a thrilling adventure along a winding path to White-Rock Cove, where friendship, nature, and discovery await in a charming coastal s…
Level B2AdventureThe Story of the Treasure Seekers: Being the Adventures of the Bastable Children in Search of a FortuneSix resourceful siblings face fallen fortunes and a silent house, deciding to seek treasure to restore their family’s happiness and hope, embarking on imaginative adventures fueled…
Level B2AdventureThe Story of the OdysseyA cunning Greek hero battles gods and monsters on a decade-long journey home from the Trojan War, facing storms, giants, enchantments, and treacherous suitors in his own palace.
Level B2FantasyThe Story of the AmuletFour children discover a magical sand-fairy who grants wishes but with unexpected twists, leading them on new adventures during a difficult summer apart from their family.
Level B2AdventureThe Story of a Bold Tin SoldierWhen the store closes, toys come to life, led by the brave Bold Tin Soldier who commands his men in a thrilling nighttime parade.
Level B2AdventureThe Story of ViteauTwo brothers in medieval Burgundy face a pivotal moment as one prepares to leave home to train as a knight, while the other embarks on an education that blends chivalry with schola…
Level B2AdventureThe Story of Red Feather: A Tale of the American FrontierTwo siblings journey through the vast American frontier, navigating trails and streams on horseback, as they return home from a visit.
Level B2AdventureThe Story of Nelson: also "The Grateful Indian", "The Boatswain's Son"A young boy’s dream of the sea leads him to Greenwich Hospital, where stories from Nelson’s old shipmates reveal the bravery and spirit behind England’s greatest naval hero.
Level B2AdventureThe Story of Jack and the GiantsIn a land terrorized by monstrous giants, quick-witted Jack uses cunning traps and fearless strength to confront these fearsome foes, uncovering treasure and facing deadly dangers…
Level B2Science FictionThe Story of Ab: A Tale of the Time of the Cave ManIn a rugged prehistoric world where fierce beasts roam and survival is a daily battle, a resilient cave baby named Ab begins a journey shaped by love, danger, and discovery amidst…
Level B2AdventureThe Story GirlTwo cousins journey to their ancestral home on Prince Edward Island, where they meet the enchanting Story Girl—a vibrant cousin whose tales and adventures promise to illuminate the…
Level B2MysteryThe Store BoyYoung Ben Barclay’s routine life takes a dangerous turn when a mysterious tramp recognizes his family name and demands money during a lonely ride to Pentonville—testing Ben’s coura…
Level B2AdventureThe Stolen Aeroplane; or, How Bud Wilson Made GoodWhen the expert pilot fails to arrive with a much-anticipated aeroplane for the county fair, young Bud Wilson seizes a daring chance to prove himself by stepping into the cockpit a…
Level B2AdventureThe Steel Horse: The Rambles of a BicycleThree adventurous boys set out on a daring bicycle journey across the state, encountering unexpected dangers like a massive rock blocking a railroad track and unraveling local myst…
Level B2AdventureThe Steam-Shovel ManA determined young man stumbles into the bustling world of steam-shovel operators shaping the Panama Canal, where hard work, high stakes, and rugged adventure beckon beyond the fam…
Level B2RomanceThe Star of IndiaIn the sweltering heat of 1857 India, an assistant surgeon embarks on a perilous journey to Delhi, navigating political intrigue and ancient rivalries.
Level B2Science FictionThe Star LordAboard the Star Lord, the most advanced spaceship ever built, Captain Josiah Evans prepares to lead its maiden voyage into the stars, unaware that ancient superstitions and unseen…
Level B2AdventureThe Spring of a LionIn the fever-haunted wilderness of South Africa, a seasoned hunter embarks on a perilous quest to trade ivory and uncover the secrets of a silent, deserted kraal.
Level B2AdventureThe Sportsman's Club in the SaddleTwo adventurous brothers revel in the thrills of winter hunting, trapping, and rivalries on their sprawling southern estate, where wild game and fierce competition promise endless…
Level B2AdventureThe Sportsman's Club AfloatA daring young captain commands his yacht to chase smugglers who have captured his friend, braving the treacherous Gulf winds and a shadowy island to uncover their secrets and resc…
Level B2AdventureThe Speedwell Boys and Their Racing Auto; Or, A Run for the Golden CupFive daring boys spot a reckless driver struggling with his car on a dangerous road, just as a high-speed racing automobile barrels toward a sharp curve.
Level B2AdventureThe Speedwell Boys and Their Ice Racer; Or, Lost in the Great BlizzardAmid a fierce winter blizzard, two brothers racing through snowstorms rescue a mysterious, injured boy who speaks in an unknown tongue—igniting an adventurous winter tale of surviv…
Level B2AdventureThe South Sea WhalerSet sail on a thrilling South Sea whaling voyage with Captain Tredeagle and his children, Walter and Alice, as they navigate the dangers of the Pacific, encounter exotic wildlife,…
Level B2AdventureThe Son of Monte-CristoIn the wilds of Algeria, Esperance, son of the legendary Count of Monte-Cristo, awakens to a world of danger, daring adventures, and a passionate love that will test his heroic spi…
Level B2AdventureThe Solitary of Juan Fernandez, or the Real Robinson CrusoeIn early 18th-century Scotland, Catherine "Pretty Kitty" Felton runs the bustling Royal Salmon inn, navigating suitors, shifting fortunes, and the sea’s stories.
Level B2AdventureThe Soldier Boy; or, Tom Somers in the Army: A Story of the Great RebellionAs Fort Sumter falls, young Thomas Somers feels the urgent call to defend his country, igniting a fierce patriotism that draws him from peaceful village life into the harsh realiti…
Level B2MysteryThe Smuggler of King's Cove; or, The Old Chapel MysteryIn a hidden cove shielded by treacherous waters and dense forest, a dying smuggler chief entrusts his son with secrets that could unravel a web of loyalty, danger, and mystery lurk…
Level B2AdventureThe SlowcoachIn a charming old house by the Thames, the Avory children—each with their own passions and dreams—navigate family life filled with adventure, history, and youthful ambition.
Level B2MysteryThe Slipper Point MysteryAt Carter's Landing, a barefooted girl named Sally befriends a glamorous newcomer on a quiet early summer afternoon, setting the stage for a mystery that ripples beneath the river'…
Level B2MysteryThe Sky Pilot's Great Chase; Or, Jack Ralston's Dead Stick LandingTwo daring sky detectives, disguised as millionaire sportsmen, pilot a state-of-the-art airship on a globe-spanning mission to outwit international criminals.
Level B2MysteryThe Sky Detectives; Or, How Jack Ralston Got His ManAmid a thrilling stunt-flying contest at Atlanta's busy airfield, ace pilot Jack Ralston and his loyal friend Gabe Perkiser prepare to take to the skies in pursuit of a daring skyb…
Level B2RomanceThe Skeleton On Round Island: From "Mackinac And Lake Stories", 1899Amid the perilous thawing ice of Mackinac Strait, a brave man agrees to escort a determined woman across treacherous frozen waters, only to confront a haunting skeleton on Round Is…
Level B2AdventureThe Silver Caves: A Mining StoryTwo young miners, desperate to revive their failing claim called the Last Chance, join forces with a savvy newcomer to brave treacherous mountain trails and rival foes in pursuit o…
Level B2AdventureThe Silver Canyon: A Tale of the Western PlainsA determined explorer rallies a rugged crew of half-breeds and settlers to brave untamed Western plains in search of hidden gold and silver, risking danger and distrust in uncharte…
Level B2AdventureThe Silly Jelly-Fish: Told in EnglishA Dragon King’s young bride falls gravely ill, and only a live Monkey’s liver can save her.
Level B2RomanceThe Silent BattleLost deep in the Canadian wilderness, Gallatin faces hunger, exhaustion, and the haunting silence of the forest—until a mysterious, frightened girl appears, sparking an unexpected…
Level B2AdventureThe Shipwreck: A Story for the YoungTwo young friends in 1858 Hongkong, an Irish boy and a Chinese foundling, share adventures around the grand cathedral and bustling harbor, eagerly awaiting the arrival of a ship be…
Level B2AdventureThe Sheriff of PecosIn the rugged West, a ruthless landowner schemes to seize a struggling ranch controlling vital water rights, while a mysterious stranger and a determined deputy sheriff stand in th…
Level B2AdventureThe Sheriff and His PartnerIn the lawless border town of Kiota, Kansas, a determined sheriff fights to tame the wild cowboys and restore order—but when a brazen highway robbery strikes close to home, dark se…
Level B2AdventureThe Shadow of the North: A Story of Old New York and a Lost CampaignIn the midst of the French and Indian War, a young Onondaga warrior sheds the ways of the white man to embrace his heritage as he navigates the perilous wilderness, where fierce ba…
Why it works
Why read classics to learn English
Graded by real CEFR level
Every book is labelled B1, B2 or C1 so you can pick something that stretches you without overwhelming you.
Tap any word to translate
Touch a word or phrase to see it in your language instantly — no dictionary, no leaving the page.
Audio narration & pronunciation
Listen to clear, natural narration and read along to train your ear as well as your eye.
Vocabulary from your own reading
Save the words you meet; they become flashcards built from the books you actually read.
Questions
Learning English by reading
Reading exposes you to real grammar, vocabulary and phrasing in context — far more memorably than word lists. With instant translation and audio on every page, you stay in the story instead of stalling on unknown words, which is what builds fluency.
Choose a book one notch above where you feel comfortable: B1 if you read everyday English, B2 if you can follow longer articles, C1 for literary prose. You can always tap words you don’t know — a little stretch is exactly how you level up.
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