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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 C1AdventureThe Carpet from BagdadA young man torn between practical business sense and vivid imagination navigates the world of Oriental rugs and his own identity, caught between tradition and dreams in a tale of…
Level C1AdventureThe Card, a Story of Adventure in the Five TownsIn the gritty Five Towns, Denry Machin’s audacious spirit and quick wit set him on an unconventional path from schoolboy trickery to social ambition, intersecting with the enigmati…
Level B2RomanceThe Car of DestinyA son of a disgraced Spanish family defies suspicion and exile to pursue freedom and adventure, racing toward Biarritz where royalty and romance intertwine.
Level C1AdventureThe Captain's Toll-GateSet sail on a thrilling adventure with daring pirates, secret loves, and historic buccaneers as a captivating tale unfolds along the rugged coasts, blending humor, romance, and dan…
Level C1AdventureThe Captain of the Wight: A Romance of Carisbrooke Castle in 1488Amid the turbulent dawn of the Renaissance, a noble knight rises as Captain of the Isle of Wight, leading fearless men through chivalrous battles and courtly intrigue in 1488 Engla…
Level C1AdventureThe Captain of the Polestar, and Other TalesTrapped amid vast Arctic ice fields, a determined captain risks everything to chase elusive whales despite dwindling supplies and rising crew unrest.
Level C1RomanceThe Captain of the KansasA spirited invalid embarks on a Pacific voyage determined to charm the reserved Captain Courtenay and a dashing French count, turning a sea journey into a lively game of flirtation…
Level C1AdventureThe Captain of the Janizaries: A story of the times of Scanderberg and the fall of ConstantinopleAmid the grandeur of fifteenth-century Brousa, a fierce Ottoman officer—once a Christian—reflects on his violent rise within the empire’s elite Janizaries, embodying the clash of f…
Level B2MysteryThe Campfire Girls on Station Island; Or, The Wireless from the Steam YachtWhen a spirited radio concert raises funds for a hospital, three friends seek summer adventure beyond their small town, only to be drawn into a mysterious wireless message that pro…
Level B2AdventureThe Campers Out; Or, The Right Path and the WrongThree boys plot a daring escape from their strict teacher and dream of heading West to hunt Native Americans, fueled by stolen watches and wild schemes.
Level B2AdventureThe Campaign of the Jungle; Or, Under Lawton through LuzonAmid scorching jungles and relentless battles, two brothers join General Lawton's daring campaign through Luzon, facing fierce insurgents and treacherous terrain in a fight for vic…
Level C1AdventureThe Camp of Refuge: A Tale of the Conquest of the Isle of ElyIn the shadow of Norman conquest, a young novice braves treacherous fens and secret paths to reach a fortified manor, where danger and loyalty intertwine in a tale of survival and…
Level B2AdventureThe Camp in the Snow; Or, Besieged by DangerA sharp-witted young man traveling through a snowy Maine town senses danger as a suspicious "missionary" shadows him, leading to a tense chase beneath the winter night sky.
Level B2AdventureThe Camp in the Foot-Hills; or, Oscar on HorsebackA young hunter sets out on a rugged expedition to collect specimens for a museum, facing isolation, harsh weather, and the loneliness of the wilderness.
Level B1AdventureThe Camp Fire Girls on the March; Or, Bessie King's Test of FriendshipAt Camp Sunset, the spirited Camp Fire Girls face rivalry and unexpected challenges, testing their friendships and courage amidst the lingering smoke of a nearby forest fire.
Level B2AdventureThe Camp Fire Girls on the Farm; Or, Bessie King's New ChumTwo new Camp Fire Girls from different worlds—one city, one country—prepare for a surprising adventure at a farm unlike any they’ve known, where friendship and fresh challenges awa…
Level B2AdventureThe Camp Fire Girls on a YachtA spirited invitation promises a summer cruise aboard a yacht, where youthful friends set sail from City Island to explore the New England coast.
Level B2AdventureThe Camp Fire Girls in the Mountains; Or, Bessie King's Strange AdventureA group of determined Camp Fire Girls embrace independence, self-reliance, and the spirit of pioneer women as they face challenges in the wilderness, proving that strength and cour…
Level B2MysteryThe Camp Fire Girls at the Seashore; Or, Bessie King's HappinessAfter a devastating fire nearly destroys their camp, a determined group of Camp Fire Girls refuse to give up, facing mysterious threats and forging new bonds as they rebuild their…
Level B2AdventureThe Camp Fire Girls at Long Lake; Or, Bessie King in Summer CampAt a summer farm camp, the spirited Camp Fire Girls navigate friendships, playful rivalries, and farm chores under the watchful eye of their Guardian.
Level B2MysteryThe Camp Fire Boys at Log Cabin Bend; Or, Four Chums Afoot in the Tall TimberFour friends embark on a rugged hike through towering woods, crossing rivers and following old trails as night falls.
Level B2AdventureThe Call of the South: 1908In the South Pacific’s remote waters, a seasoned diver battles fever, treacherous natives, and the perils of pearling as he navigates danger both above and below the waves.
Level C1AdventureThe Call of the NorthIn the remote Northern wilderness, where towering forests and frozen rivers shape a harsh life, a young woman stands as the poised princess of a trading post, caught between the ru…
Level B2AdventureThe Call of the Beaver Patrol; Or, A Break in the GlacierFour Boy Scouts embark on a daring mission to find two missing breaker boys who vanished from a deserted mine, uncovering mystery, danger, and hidden motives beneath the surface of…
Level C1AdventureThe Busted Ex-Texan, and Other StoriesAmid the rugged wilderness by Kicking Horse Pass, a lively camp welcomes a weary stranger whose face tells a story of deep sorrow and shattered hopes.
Level B2AdventureThe Bushranger's SecretIn the vast, rugged grasslands of South Australia, a restless young man wrestles with despair and secrets alongside a weary companion, setting the stage for a gripping adventure fi…
Level B2AdventureThe Bush Boys: History and Adventures of a Cape Farmer and his FamilyOn the remote frontier of Southern Africa, Hendrik Von Bloom, a former soldier turned nomadic farmer, navigates the harsh wilderness and tense relations with native tribes, while h…
Level B2AdventureThe Buried Treasure; Or, Old Jordan's "Haunt"In a humble cabin marked by loss and hardship, young David Evans dreams of a brighter future despite his father’s bitterness and their shattered past.
Level B2MysteryThe Burglar and the Blizzard: A Christmas StoryA series of daring robberies plagues a wealthy mountain community, with a mysterious thief slipping in unnoticed under the cover of night.
Level C1MysteryThe Bungalow Boys in the Great NorthwestTwo adventurous brothers return to their serene Maine valley, now transformed and strangely tame after past dangers, but old mysteries and new visitors hint that excitement—and per…
Level B2AdventureThe Bungalow Boys North of Fifty-ThreeThree adventurous boys brave the icy silence and frozen wilderness north of the fifty-third parallel, setting off on a thrilling journey aboard the quirky steamer Yukon Rover, wher…
Level B2AdventureThe Bungalow Boys Along the YukonThree adventurous boys board a mysterious, privately owned steamer bound for Alaska, stirring curiosity and suspicion at Seattle’s docks.
Level C1AdventureThe Buffalo Runners: A Tale of the Red River PlainsCaught in a brutal prairie blizzard, two determined hunters embark on a desperate trek across the frozen Red River Plains to save their starving friends, battling nature’s fury and…
Level C1AdventureThe Buccaneer: A TaleUnder a moonlit sky in 1656, three men land on a perilous cliffside bay, braving unknown dangers as they climb treacherous rocks, hinting at a daring maritime adventure where survi…
Level C1RomanceThe Buccaneer Chief: A Romance of the Spanish MainIn a sleepy French village trapped by stagnant wealth and fading glory, a mysterious inn known as the Court of France opens its doors to select guests, setting the stage for a rive…
Level B2FantasyThe Brownies and Prince Florimel; Or, Brownieland, Fairyland, and DemonlandIn a kingdom where appearances deceive, a tiny prince with extraordinary sight and magical arrows faces a cunning uncle’s treachery as he fights to claim the throne meant for him.
Level C1AdventureThe Brown MaskIn the shadowy "Punch-Bowl" tavern, a group of daring gentlemen live on the edge of society, weaving through danger, romance, and intrigue.
Level C1AdventureThe Brothers-In-Law: A Tale of the Equatorial Islands; and The Brass Gun of the Buccaneers: 1901Amid the serene beauty of a South Pacific island, two traders tied by marriage to sisters face simmering jealousy and rivalry, while local beachcombers and natives add danger and i…
Level B2RomanceThe Bronze BellA young man arrives at the remote Nokomis station, puzzled by a mysterious stranger who denies knowing him, yet hints at hidden connections and secrets waiting to unfold amidst the…
Level B2AdventureThe Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers: Or, The Capture of the Smugglers on the Rio GrandeThree daring young riders, known as the Broncho Rider Boys, navigate the rugged Rio Grande border to capture a band of smugglers, testing their courage and friendship in thrilling…
Level B2AdventureThe Broncho Rider Boys with Funston at Vera Cruz: Or, Upholding the Honor of the Stars and StripesFour daring boys spot a suspicious band of riders poised to rob a train near Pachuca, and despite the odds, they devise a bold plan to outwit the bandits and protect innocent passe…
Level B2AdventureThe Broncho Rider Boys on the Wyoming Trail: Or, A Mystery of the Prairie StampedeThree daring boys ride from Arizona to Wyoming, uncovering mysteries and taming wild horses along the way.
Level B2AdventureThe Broncho Rider Boys Along the Border: Or, The Hidden Treasure of the Zuni Medicine ManThree adventurous boys roam the rugged Southwest, facing wild horses and mysterious rivals as they uncover secrets of a hidden Zuni treasure, testing their courage and friendship a…
Level C1RomanceThe Broad HighwayJourney through windswept roads and secluded inns where a highwayman, a pugilist, and a one-legged soldier cross paths in a tale rich with adventure, mystery, and the stirring disc…
Level B2AdventureThe Brighton Boys with the Submarine FleetTwo Brighton schoolboys answer the urgent call to join Uncle Sam’s submarine fleet, leaving behind campus life for daring underwater missions in the European war.
Level B2AdventureThe Brighton Boys with the Flying CorpsAmid the stirring backdrop of World War I, a group of Brighton Academy boys, led by the curious and determined Jimmy Hill, dream of joining the thrilling new battlefield in the ski…
Level B2AdventureThe Brighton Boys in the TrenchesAs war calls many Brighton Academy boys to daring roles from the skies to the seas, seventeen-year-old Herbert Whitcomb faces the harsh realities of loss and enlistment, determined…
Level B2AdventureThe Brighton Boys in the Submarine Treasure ShipTwo war-hardened naval officers, returning home after heroic service, spot a mysterious object at sea that promises a new adventure beyond their wartime exploits.
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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