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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 C1AdventureIn the Track of the TroopsA young inventor’s passion for explosives leads him to create a powerful torpedo, but a test goes awry with explosive consequences, sparking a thrilling tale of innovation, danger,…
Level B2Science FictionIn the Sargasso Sea: A NovelA young mechanical engineer secures a risky, cheap passage aboard the brig Golden Hind, bound for Africa’s West Coast, where adventure and danger lurk on the mysterious Sargasso Se…
Level C1AdventureIn the Rocky Mountains: A Tale of AdventureAmidst the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains, a determined family settles near a roaring waterfall, facing wild nature and wary neighbors while guarding a vital mountain pass th…
Level B2AdventureIn the Rockies with Kit CarsonTwo boys chase a thief through the rugged Pueblo of Los Angeles, confronting suspicious soldiers and a grumpy captain who guards secrets beneath the adobe walls.
Level B2AdventureIn the Reign of Terror: The Adventures of a Westminster BoyA sturdy English boy is sent to revolutionary France, where liberty fights chaos and danger lurks at every turn.
Level C1AdventureIn the Pecos CountryA band of New England settlers, led by the idealistic Caleb Barnwell, seek to build a new community in the perilous Rio Pecos valley, unaware that the fearsome Apache chief Lone Wo…
Level C1RomanceIn the Name of the PeopleAmid political intrigue and daring adventure, a stirring romance unfolds where bold characters navigate a world of danger, passion, and unexpected alliances.
Level B2RomanceIn the Name of a Woman: A RomanceIn the lawless streets of Sofia, a fierce red-haired woman fights for her life against ruthless attackers, only to be rescued by a determined stranger armed with a sword-stick.
Level B2AdventureIn the Musgrave RangesTwo boys journey into the heart of Central Australia, encountering fierce storms and rugged desert men as they embark on a thrilling adventure through the wild Musgrave Ranges.
Level B2AdventureIn the Misty Seas: A Story of the Sealers of Behring StraitTwo boys at a strict school dream of escaping to the sea, where harsh winters and treacherous fogs test the courage of sealers near the Behring Strait.
Level C1AdventureIn the Midst of AlarmsAmid the bustling splendor of a grand hotel, a hesitant professor navigates unfamiliar customs and mysterious telegrams, setting the stage for an adventure filled with intrigue and…
Level B2AdventureIn the Mahdi's GraspIn Victorian London, a dedicated servant and a scholarly doctor navigate the peculiarities of high society and mysterious tales from distant lands, including a soldier’s long-burie…
Level C1AdventureIn the Land of the Great Snow Bear: A Tale of Love and HeroismAmid the wild Scottish Highlands, young Claude Alwyn’s unusual character unfolds against the backdrop of Dunallan Towers and its vibrant community.
Level C1AdventureIn the King's Name: The Cruise of the "Kestrel"Aboard the swift cutter Kestrel, young midshipman Hilary Leigh navigates duty and ambition while patrolling the Channel for smugglers and rebels in King George II’s navy.
Level C1AdventureIn the Irish Brigade: A Tale of War in Flanders and SpainAmidst religious persecution and exile, young Desmond Kennedy joins the famed Irish Brigade in France, seeking honor and belonging while navigating the shadows of his family's past…
Level B2AdventureIn the Heart of the Rockies: A Story of Adventure in ColoradoA sixteen-year-old boy, burdened by family loss and limited prospects, contemplates leaving home to seek adventure and support his sisters struggling to keep their family together…
Level B2AdventureIn the Hands of the Malays, and Other StoriesA man with a mysterious past and a fierce temper stirs tension aboard a Dutch ship bound for Java, where danger and betrayal lurk beneath the promise of Eastern trade and conquest.
Level B2AdventureIn the Hands of the Cave-DwellersA young American sailor deserts his brutal ship in 1832 San Diego, only to find himself entangled in local dangers and alliances after rescuing a Mexican nobleman from a midnight a…
Level C1RomanceIn the Garden of the GodsCaught between a tense standoff and a daring rescue, a sharp-witted outsider and a defiant young woman confront danger amid the rugged beauty of the Garden of the Gods, where secre…
Level C1AdventureIn the Eastern SeasA seasoned captain navigates his battered ship through stormy seas, spotting a dismasted vessel in peril.
Level B2AdventureIn the Depths of the Dark Continent; or, The Vengeance of Van VincentAmid a fierce storm, young Van Vincent awakens to a chilling cry of murder and discovers his uncle fatally wounded, naming a mysterious enemy as his assailant.
Level C1RomanceIn the Dead of Night: A Novel. Volume 1 (of 3)On a stormy night along treacherous cliffs, Lionel Dering confronts danger and the haunting memory of a lost love.
Level B2AdventureIn the Days of Washington: A Story of the American RevolutionAmid the shadowed streets of occupied Philadelphia, a young student is summoned on a secret night mission that could change the fate of the American Revolution.
Level B2RomanceIn the Days of Poor RichardAmidst the turbulent backdrop of pre-Revolutionary America, spirited young Jack Irons and the seasoned scout Solomon Binkus navigate danger, friendship, and adventure in the untame…
Level C1AdventureIn the Days of DrakeStep into the daring world of Elizabethan England, where valorous sea-dogs challenge the might of Spain and shape the destiny of nations.
Level B2AdventureIn the Days of Chivalry: A Tale of the Times of the Black PrinceIn the autumnal forests of Gascony, twin brothers born of noble blood but raised humbly dream of reclaiming their birthright amid brewing conflict between England and France.
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 B2RomanceIn the Cause of FreedomIn a tense encounter with a suspicious Russian police agent, an English sportsman finds himself entangled in the dangerous politics of Polish patriots.
Level C1AdventureIn the Brooding WildAmid the vast, frozen wilderness of the northern Rockies, a lone hunter battles the relentless forces of nature and the haunting silence of the mountainside, where every breath of…
Level B2MysteryIn the Bishop's CarriageA quick-witted young woman, caught with a stolen watch, escapes an eager pursuer by slipping into the luxurious carriage of a bishop, setting off a daring game of cat and mouse thr…
Level B2AdventureIn search of fortune: A tale of the old land and the newOn the eve of his tenth birthday, young Archie dreams of adventure and manhood while his family faces the challenges of life between the old world and the new.
Level C1AdventureIn furthest IndAn English officer's daring escape from the Inquisition in Goa launches a perilous journey through the intrigues of the Mughal court and the exotic lands of India, revealing advent…
Level B2AdventureIn a new worldTwo American boys forge a new life in Australia’s wild frontiers, facing shipwrecks, treachery, and the thrill of gold mining as they seek fortune and adventure far from home.
Level C1AdventureIn a Hollow of the HillsThree horsemen navigate a dark, windswept mountain ridge, haunted by mysterious lights and eerie silence as they search for shelter in an unforgiving wilderness where shadows and s…
Level B2AdventureIn Times of Peril: A Tale of IndiaAmid the tranquil British cantonments of 1857 India, young Ned and Dick Warrener navigate the challenges of colonial life just as unrest begins to stir.
Level B2AdventureIn Texas with Davy CrockettTwo young men aboard a steamboat on the Mississippi sense danger as suspicious figures watch their every move, hinting at a secret mission linked to the brewing conflict in Texas.
Level C1AdventureIn Strange Company: A Story of Chili and the Southern SeasA peaceful English bachelor is thrust into a thrilling mystery when a cryptic letter from Valparaiso sparks a globe-spanning adventure filled with danger, secrets, and a fortune wo…
Level C1MysteryIn SecretAmid the silent tension of a secretive decoding office, a young woman uncovers a mysterious coded letter that could unravel hidden dangers and shift the fate of war.
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 B2AdventureIn Search of the Okapi: A Story of Adventure in Central AfricaTwo friends embark on a daring expedition into Central Africa's vast, uncharted forest—one chasing the mysterious okapi, the other seeking his missing father's hidden journal and t…
Level A2AdventureIn Search of the Castaways; Or, The Children of Captain GrantA daring quest unfolds as explorers navigate treacherous terrains from the Andes to the wilds of Australia and New Zealand, chasing clues to find a lost captain amid perilous adven…
Level B2AdventureIn Search of TreasureA bright young man torn between academic success and a thirst for adventure discovers a mysterious chest belonging to his late sailor uncle, sparking a quest that could unveil secr…
Level C1RomanceIn Search of MademoiselleAmid the fierce clash between French and Spanish colonists in 16th-century Florida, a mariner’s fierce love and hatred intertwine with historic battles and deceptions, revealing a…
Level B2AdventureIn Search of El DoradoTwo daring adventurers meet aboard the record-breaking steamship Everest, setting sail for New York—but their true journey lies ahead, deep in the perilous Amazon Valley’s untamed…
Level B2AdventureIn School and Out; or, The Conquest of Richard Grant.Richard Grant, a boy with a troubled past and a noble heart, navigates dangerous scrapes both in school and on the Hudson River.
Level B2AdventureIn Savage Africa: Or, The adventures of Frank Baldwin from the Gold Coast to Zanzibar.A young boy's school days end abruptly when he receives a thrilling invitation to join his father's ship, embarking on a voyage from the Gold Coast to Zanzibar.
Level B2AdventureIn Quest of Gold; Or, Under the Whanga FallsTwo brothers face the threat of losing their beloved family run to a ruthless creditor eager to claim it all.
Level B2AdventureIn Paths of Peril: A Boy's Adventures in Nova ScotiaA resilient boy and his devoted aunt escape war-torn France to begin anew in wild Nova Scotia, where adventure and new alliances await amid untamed lands and indigenous tribes.
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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