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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 B2AdventureBoy Scouts: Tenderfoot Squad; or, Camping at Raccoon LodgeA group of eager Boy Scouts embarks on a week-long camping adventure at Raccoon Bluff, where seasoned leaders mentor new recruits in survival skills, courage, and camaraderie amids…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts with Joffre; Or, In the Trenches in BelgiumThree young Boy Scouts on motorcycles face sabotage and mechanical failure as they speed toward a secret mission, testing their courage and friendship in a tense adventure that lea…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts on the TrailA group of Boy Scouts at camp face unexpected restrictions on their swimming grounds after a thrilling and dubious shark sighting stirs excitement and skepticism.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts on the Open Plains; Or, The Round-Up Not OrderedFour Boy Scouts from New York set out across rugged Nevada mountains toward their uncles' cattle ranch, eager to explore the vast open plains and ancient cliff dwellings.
Level B2MysteryBoy Scouts on the Great Divide; Or, The Ending of the TrailFour Boy Scouts on a wilderness mission await mysterious instructions deep in the Wyoming mountains when a stranger with a secretive past arrives at their campfire, setting the sta…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts on a Long Hike; Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water SwampsA determined Boy Scout patrol embarks on a daring 100-mile hike, showcasing their skills in signaling, woodcraft, and courage as they face challenges in the wild Indiana swamps.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts on Motorcycles; Or, With the Flying SquadronFour Boy Scouts find themselves stranded in a mysterious Chinese town, waiting for secret instructions from the U.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts on Hudson Bay; Or, The Disappearing FleetFive Boy Scouts and their guides brave the wild, frozen North on a daring expedition to reach the mysterious Hudson Bay, facing endless wilderness, grueling portages, and the chall…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts of the Air on Lost IslandFour adventurous boys set out from their lakeside town, armed with fishing gear and boundless enthusiasm, ready to explore hidden waters and tackle the challenges of the wilderness…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in the Philippines; Or, The Key to the Treaty BoxFour Boy Scouts journey to the Philippines aboard a U.
Level B1AdventureBoy Scouts in the Northwest; Or, Fighting Forest FiresHigh in the Northwest wilderness, three Boy Scouts set up a secret camp while searching for their missing friends amid looming forest fires.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in the North Sea; Or, the Mystery of "U-13"Four resourceful Boy Scouts navigate a flooded war zone between German and neutral lands, caught in a dangerous mission involving secret passages and mysterious disappearances.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in the North Sea; Or, The Mystery of a SubBoy Scouts recently entangled in a daring manhunt now find themselves trapped between flooded lands and enemy lines as they navigate a mysterious mission in war-torn Europe.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in the Coal Caverns; Or, The Light in Tunnel SixFour skilled Boy Scouts are tasked with a mysterious mission to find two missing boys last seen working in an abandoned coal mine, unraveling secrets hidden deep within the dark tu…
Level B2MysteryBoy Scouts in the Canal Zone; Or, The Plot Against Uncle SamA group of adventurous Boy Scouts join a Secret Service lieutenant on a covert mission to protect the Panama Canal from a mysterious plot threatening its massive dam.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in an Airship; Or, The Warning from the SkyBoy Scouts Ned, Jimmie, and Sam prepare for a daring aeroplane mission to South America, shadowed by mysterious spies and secret dangers.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in a Submarine; Or, Searching an Ocean FloorA troop of adventurous Boy Scouts prepares for a daring mission beneath the ocean's surface, navigating secret waters with a mysterious Captain Moore and testing their skills in a…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in Southern Waters; Or, Spaniard's Treasure ChestFour resourceful Boy Scouts navigate thick fog and towering waves aboard the sturdy motor boat Fortuna, embarking on a daring voyage from Chicago to the mysterious southern waters…
Level B2MysteryBoy Scouts in Northern Wilds; Or, The Signal from the HillsFour Boy Scouts embark on a daring mission deep into the Canadian wilderness, facing biting insects, harsh weather, and untamed nature as they navigate Moose River and uncover myst…
Level B2MysteryBoy Scouts in Mexico; Or, On Guard with Uncle SamA group of resourceful Boy Scouts plans a daring expedition down the Rio Grande, building their own houseboat to navigate the river and stand guard with Uncle Sam amid border tensi…
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts in California; or, The Flag on the CliffIn the rugged Sierra Nevada mountains, a group of Boy Scouts embarks on a thrilling summer adventure filled with hunting, camping, and the challenges of wilderness survival.
Level B2AdventureBoy Scouts Mysterious Signal; Or, Perils of the Black Bear PatrolTrapped in a war-torn city, four Boy Scouts face capture by a German officer determined to conscript one of them dressed as a Russian Cossack.
Level B2AdventureBound to get thereYoung adventurers navigate challenges and pursue their dreams with grit and determination in a world where fair play and hard work pave the way to success.
Level C1RomanceBothwell; or, The Days of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume 1 (of 3)In the turbulent autumn of 1566, amid Norway's stormy seas and the shadow of political unrest, the fate of Mary Queen of Scots intertwines with daring voyages, secret rivalries, an…
Level C1AdventureBoth Sides the Border: A Tale of Hotspur and GlendowerAmid fierce border warfare and shifting alliances, a young lad keeps watch over a rugged fortalice as perilous raids threaten his family’s hold.
Level C1AdventureBosambo of the RiverIn a wild African penal settlement, Bosambo escapes a life sentence and rises to power among the Ochori, sparking rebellion and danger.
Level C1AdventureBorn to Wander: A Boy's Book of Nomadic AdventuresIn a lush, untamed garden where nature thrives in harmony, a young girl named Effie discovers the delicate beauty and hidden adventures of the wild flora and fauna around Grayling…
Level B2AdventureBorn to Good Luck; or The Boy Who Succeeded.A determined boy, burdened with chores and mistreated by his employer's son, refuses to submit and fights back, igniting a fierce struggle to break free from hardship and forge his…
Level B2AdventureBoris the Bear-HunterIn a remote northern forest, a fearless young hunter faces his greatest challenge: tracking down two marauding bears threatening his village's harvest.
Level B2AdventureBonnie Prince Fetlar: The Story of a Pony and His FriendsA black Shetland pony finds himself in a remote wilderness, puzzled by his sudden relocation and guarded by a pale-eyed city boy with a gentle heart.
Level B2AdventureBonnie Prince Charlie : a Tale of Fontenoy and CullodenAmid the turmoil of 18th-century Scotland, a prodigal brother returns with secrets and a mysterious child, sparking tales of battles, loyalty, and daring adventures from Fontenoy t…
Level C1AdventureBones in LondonIn post-war London, two brothers struggle to salvage their shipping business amid economic turmoil and broken contracts, navigating a world of cutthroat deals and fading fortunes.
Level B2AdventureBonanza: A story of the Gold TrailIn the rugged West, a daring pony express rider races against time across hostile deserts and wild frontiers, embodying grit and courage on a perilous mail route that shapes a nati…
Level B2AdventureBonanzaIn the wilds beside Yellow Sands River, a young man’s peaceful fishing trip turns into an unexpected encounter with a spirited group of Indian maidens, led by the fearless Akshelah…
Level B2AdventureBomba the jungle boy on Jaguar IslandCaught in a fierce jungle storm, Bomba, the fearless jungle boy, must outwit deadly headhunters to protect his ailing friend from capture and death on Jaguar Island.
Level B2AdventureBomba the jungle boy at the giant cataractA jungle boy named Bomba navigates a perilous wilderness filled with deadly animals and ruthless headhunters while seeking answers about his past.
Level B2AdventureBomba the jungle boyIn the heart of a vast jungle, a boy named Bomba navigates dangers both natural and mysterious, drawn by the eerie sound of a strange weapon that may connect him to a hidden past.
Level B2AdventureBobby of the LabradorA lone fisherman’s quiet day turns perilous when he discovers a bloodstained, unmanned boat drifting ashore with a dead man inside—igniting a gripping adventure in the wild Labrado…
Level B2MysteryBobby Blake on a Plantation; Or, Lost in the Great SwampAfter a thrilling football victory, Bobby Blake and his friends face more than just schoolyard rivalries when mysterious events unfold nearby, leading them into a tangled web of da…
Level B2MysteryBobby Blake in the Frozen North; Or, The Old Eskimo's Last MessageAmid schoolyard baseball rivalries and spirited friendships, a mysterious message from the frozen north beckons adventure beyond the familiar fields.
Level B1FantasyBobbie BubblesA boy with an extraordinary talent for blowing bubbles finds himself whisked away inside a giant shimmering bubble to a magical land among the clouds, where curious adventures awai…
Level B1AdventureBob, the photographerThrown into the world to earn his own way, Bob discovers a passion for photography that leads him to unexpected adventures along a railroad line.
Level B1AdventureBob the Castaway; Or, The Wreck of the EagleA mischievous boy known for his pranks sets off on a simple errand that hints at a clever scheme against the village grocer.
Level C1AdventureBob Strong's Holidays: Adrift in the ChannelA boy’s lively curiosity turns a train journey into a thrilling adventure as he puzzles over the strange, shifting landscape outside the window, discovering the whimsical magic hid…
Level B2AdventureBob Steele in Strange Waters; or, Aboard a Strange CraftA young expert takes command of a daring deep-sea submarine dive to test the limits of their vessel and skill, plunging 210 feet beneath the ocean’s surface where every move could…
Level B2AdventureBob Hazard, dam builderAt seventeen, Bob Hazard defies his father's hopes to become a lawyer and instead sets out to follow his passion for engineering.
Level B2AdventureBob Hampton of PlacerTrapped in a narrow canyon and ambushed by Sioux warriors, sixteen desperate survivors—including a mysterious stranger named Hampton—must fight for their lives amid the rugged wild…
Level B1MysteryBob Dexter and the Storm Mountain Mystery; or, The Secret of the Log CabinWhen Bob Dexter is tasked by his strict uncle to await a mysterious visitor with important papers, his plans for a thrilling ball game are put on hold—leading him into the heart of…
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
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Audio narration & pronunciation
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Vocabulary from your own reading
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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.
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