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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 B1MysteryDave Porter in the Gold Fields; Or, The Search for the Landslide MineThree friends embark on a daring quest to uncover a lost gold mine buried by a massive landslide in Montana, facing old rivals and treacherous terrain in a race to claim the treasu…
Level B1AdventureDave Porter in the Far North; Or, The Pluck of an American SchoolboyAn American schoolboy, facing mystery and adversity, embarks on a daring journey to the Far North in search of his missing family, supported by loyal friends and tested by unexpect…
Level B1AdventureDave Porter at Star Ranch; Or, The Cowboy's SecretYoung Dave Porter and his friends embrace ranch life with target shooting and thrilling outdoor adventures, preparing for a summer at Star Ranch filled with friendship, challenges,…
Level B1AdventureDave Porter and the Runaways; Or, Last Days at Oak HallAt Oak Hall, whispers of a mysterious wild man lurking in the woods stir fear and curiosity among the students.
Level B1MysteryDave Porter and His Double; Or, The Disapperarance of the Basswood FortuneA young civil engineer finds himself entangled in a puzzling case when a mysterious letter about missing shoes leads him to unexpected adventures in Texas.
Level B1AdventureDave Porter and His Classmates; Or, For the Honor of Oak HallAt Oak Hall boarding school, spirited Dave Porter balances friendship, rivalry, and honor while uncovering family mysteries that lead him across seas and snow.
Level B1AdventureDave Porter At Bear Camp; Or, The Wild Man of Mirror LakeA group of adventurous boys set sail on a coastwise steamer, where secrets about a valuable land deal spark intrigue and danger.
Level B2MysteryDave Fearless and the Cave of Mystery; or, Adrift on the PacificAfter a daring ocean adventure, young Dave Fearless faces betrayal when their hard-won treasure vanishes.
Level B1AdventureDave Fearless after a sunken treasureSeventeen-year-old Dave Fearless and his father race to claim a sunken fortune aboard the lost steamship Happy Hour, using a daring government expedition and a cutting-edge diving…
Level B2MysteryDave Dashaway, Air Champion; Or, Wizard Work in the CloudsYoung aviator Dave Dashaway sets his sights on the Grand International Aviation Contest, where daring feats and cutting-edge aircraft promise glory—and fierce rivalry.
Level B2AdventureDave Dashaway the Young Aviator; Or, In the Clouds for Fame and FortuneA determined young inventor struggles under the harsh guardianship of a cruel man while chasing his dream to build a real flying machine, hoping to soar beyond his difficult life a…
Level B2Science FictionDave Dashaway and His Hydroplane; Or, Daring Adventures over the Great LakeA young aviator receives a mysterious telegram that could change his daring career in hydroplane racing over the Great Lakes.
Level B2AdventureDave Dashaway and His Giant Airship; or, A Marvellous Trip Across the AtlanticA young aviator rises from humble beginnings to command the giant airship Gossamer, navigating rivalry and adventure in the thrilling world of early flight.
Level B2AdventureDave Dashaway Around the World; or, A Young Yankee Aviator Among Many NationsA daring young aviator prepares to embark on a thrilling global race in a revolutionary airship, facing hidden enemies and high-stakes adventure at every turn.
Level B2AdventureDave Darrin's Third Year at Annapolis; Or, Leaders of the Second Class MidshipmenA midshipman returns home on leave, caught between the challenges of naval training and the ties of old friendships, while tales of daring exploits and youthful camaraderie unfold…
Level B2AdventureDave Darrin's Second Year at Annapolis: Or, Two Midshipmen as Naval Academy "Youngsters"At Annapolis, young midshipmen face a test of honor when one of their own is found in a compromising and dangerous situation just before a crucial summer cruise.
Level B2AdventureDave Darrin's Fourth Year at Annapolis: Headed for Graduation and the Big CruiseA midshipman at the Naval Academy navigates the pressures of his final year, balancing studies, camaraderie, and the fierce rivalry of the upcoming football season against West Poi…
Level B2AdventureDave Darrin's First Year at Annapolis: Two Plebe Midshipmen at the United States Naval AcademyTwo young men face nerves and fierce determination as they journey to the United States Naval Academy, where passing grueling exams and overcoming challenges will shape their futur…
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 B2AdventureDave Darrin on Mediterranean Service; or, With Dan Dalzell on European DutyTwo American naval officers in Gibraltar spot a dangerous brawler causing a scene in a vaudeville theater, sparking a chase that plunges them into a tense pursuit tied to a theft t…
Level B2AdventureDave Darrin at Vera Cruz: Fighting with the U.S. Navy in MexicoA young naval officer on a quiet New York evening stumbles upon a tense confrontation between a woman and a threatening man, setting the stage for a gripping adventure filled with…
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 B2AdventureDave Darrin After the Mine Layers; Or, Hitting the Enemy a Hard Naval BlowTwo destroyer commanders embark on a perilous naval mission off the Irish coast, navigating hidden mines and enemy threats in a tense World War I wartime cruise.
Level B2AdventureDaughters of the Dominion: A Story of the Canadian FrontierIn the rugged Canadian frontier, Nell tends to her injured dog while navigating the challenges of a lonely homestead and the mysterious threats lurking in the wilderness.
Level C1RomanceDaughters of DestinyA determined prince returns from exile in London to reclaim his usurped throne in Baluchistan, seeking the aid of a shrewd English financier to convert ancient treasures into an ar…
Level B2Science FictionDaughter of the Sun: A Tale of AdventureIn a dusty border town, the daring Jim Kendric returns with a mysterious letter and a wild spirit, ready to stir trouble and chase adventure across the lawless line into Old Town M…
Level C1AdventureDastral of the Flying CorpsIn the midst of World War I’s fierce battles, a young English pilot named Dastral pushes the limits of daring aerial combat to earn his wings and face the deadly mastery of the ski…
Level B2AdventureDarry the Life Saver; Or, The Heroes of the CoastA fierce hurricane batters a battered brigantine, leaving young cabin boy Darry clinging to survival alongside his loyal captain.
Level C1RomanceDarnley; or, The Field of the Cloth of GoldAmid the winding roads of 16th-century Kent, a stalwart knight embarks on a journey filled with adventure and historical intrigue, set against the vibrant backdrop of King Henry VI…
Level B2AdventureDaniel Boone, BackwoodsmanVenture into the untamed American frontier alongside Daniel Boone, a fearless backwoodsman whose explorations and battles shape the westward expansion.
Level C1AdventureDangerous deedsAmid Washington’s morning fog, a daring young aviator clings to the edge of adventure, haunted by a troubled past and driven by a mysterious black handbag that could unlock his for…
Level B2AdventureDanger signalsA seasoned engineer reunites with an old friend to uncover the mysterious past of "the Kid," a once-cheery fireman who vanished beyond the Great Divide, revealing a tale of innovat…
Level B2AdventureDanforth Plays the Game: Stories for Boys Little and BigA strikingly handsome boy, new to Barnstead Academy, faces teasing and doubt as he joins the football team’s awkward squad, determined to prove his skill and rise above the jeers i…
Level B2MysteryDan, the NewsboyA determined newsboy struggles to support his ailing mother after his father's financial ruin and death, while harboring a fierce desire to find the man who betrayed his family.
Level B2AdventureDan MerrithewA strong, mysterious tugboat man crosses paths with a radiant young woman aboard a luxurious yacht, sparking a connection felt across stormy seas.
Level C1RomanceDaisy Brooks; Or, A Perilous LoveOn a sultry West Virginia night, a young master returns to his plantation with a new bride, igniting fierce jealousy and dark tensions within the household—especially from his pass…
Level B2RomanceDainty's Cruel Rivals; Or, The Fatal BirthdayIn a world of jealousy and ambition, shy and radiant Dainty Chase faces the cold rivalry of her stylish cousins as they vie for the heart of a wealthy heir during a summer invitati…
Level C1AdventureD'Ri and I: A Tale of Daring Deeds in the Second War with the British.: Being the Memoirs of Colonel Ramon Bell, U.S.A.In a rugged northern wilderness during the early 19th century, a daring Yankee pioneer and a French-descended soldier navigate the harsh frontier and the turmoil of war with Britai…
Level C1AdventureCædwalla; or, The Saxons in the Isle of Wight: A TaleAmidst the turbulent seventh-century Isle of Wight, a fierce Saxon warrior named Cædwalla rises, navigating battles, faith, and shifting loyalties in a land where law and culture b…
Level C1RomanceCynthia's ChauffeurOn a bright Derby Day in London, a young lord's plans unravel when his companion falls ill, leading him to embrace unexpected adventures and mingle with the lively crowd at the ico…
Level B2AdventureCutlass and CudgelA young midshipman aboard His Majesty’s cutter patrols a misty, treacherous coast to uncover the secrets of elusive smugglers.
Level C1AdventureCuster's Last Shot; or, The Boy Trailer of the Little HornA rugged ranger confronts a fierce Indian chief while seeking answers about a missing ally, igniting a tense standoff on the wild frontier.
Level B2AdventureCurly: A Tale of the Arizona DesertA young rider ventures beyond the Texas plains, chasing the dream of the great ocean, only to stumble upon a fierce Apache skirmish in the Arizona desert.
Level B2AdventureCurly LocksA sweet-hearted girl named Curly Locks, with golden ringlets and her beloved lamb Snow Drop, embarks on joyful adventures from city fêtes to countryside picnics, discovering friend…
Level C1AdventureCupid of CampionTwo unlikely companions—a restless butcher's boy and a whimsical youth in a sailor suit—join forces in a small Iowa town, seeking fun and adventure on the river and beyond, driven…
Level C1AdventureCumner's Son and Other South Sea Folk — CompleteVivid tales of life in Australia and the South Seas unfold through adventurous stories shaped by firsthand experience and youthful enthusiasm, revealing the rugged charm and comple…
Level B1AdventureCrusoes of the Frozen NorthYoung Aralia and Pansy eagerly await their adventurous uncle’s return from a daring voyage to the frozen North, where mysteries and thrilling tales await.
Level C1AdventureCrusoe in New York, and other talesA young carpenter in 19th-century New York navigates apprenticeship, family struggles, and unexpected responsibilities when tasked with enclosing a mysterious vacant lot—setting th…
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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