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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 B2AdventureAdventures of a Sixpence in Guernsey by A NativeOn a bright New Year's day in Guernsey, a sixpence passes from children’s eager hands to a mysterious captain, whisking the coin—and the reader—into a world of charming family mome…
Level B2AdventureAdventures of Huckleberry Finn, Chapters 36 to the LastTwo boys embark on a daring mission to free a captive friend, defying rules and risking everything with clever tricks and unyielding determination in the heart of the Mississippi V…
Level B2AdventureAdventures of Huckleberry Finn, Chapters 31 to 35As Huck and Jim drift down the river, they face mounting dangers when Huck’s trusted companion is captured, forcing Huck to confront dark schemes and desperate choices in the heart…
Level B2AdventureAdventures of Huckleberry Finn, Chapters 26 to 30A cunning king and duke take refuge in a small town, weaving tangled lies and schemes while Huck navigates a web of deception, secret rooms, and uneasy alliances.
Level B2AdventureAdventures of Huckleberry Finn, Chapters 21 to 25Two con men rehearse Shakespeare and stage sword fights on a lazy Mississippi river town’s raft, while the locals loaf, gossip, and scheme under the hot sun.
Level B2AdventureAdventures of Huckleberry Finn, Chapters 16 to 20A young boy and a runaway slave drift down the Mississippi River, haunted by the weight of conscience and the hope of freedom.
Level B2AdventureAdventures of Huckleberry Finn, Chapters 11 to 15A tense murder mystery unfolds in a small town where suspicion falls on a runaway slave and a grieving father, while whispers of hidden money and secret hideouts stir danger along…
Level B2AdventureAdventures of Huckleberry Finn, Chapters 06 to 10Trapped by his abusive father in a remote cabin, a boy dreams of freedom while plotting a daring escape from confinement and cruelty along the Mississippi River’s wild frontier.
Level B2AdventureAdventures of Huckleberry Finn, Chapters 01 to 05A restless boy struggles with the constraints of civilized life under the Widow Douglas, yearning for freedom and adventure along the Mississippi River.
Level C1AdventureAdventures of Hans Sterk: The South African Hunter and PioneerA daring group of South African Boers ventures deep into untamed wilderness, facing fierce battles and deadly predators while seeking fortune and freedom.
Level C1AdventureAdventures of Buffalo Bill from boyhood to manhoodA young Buffalo Bill braves the wild frontier, facing outlaws and untamed dangers with unmatched courage and skill.
Level C1AdventureAdventures in the Far WestA group of hunters ventures into the untamed American West, braving wild beasts, scarce resources, and mysterious cries in the night as they navigate a perilous wilderness teeming…
Level B2FantasyAdventures in Wallypug-LandStep into the whimsical kingdom of Why, where animals talk, birds debate politics, and a mysterious invitation leads to adventures alongside the quirky Wallypug king.
Level C1AdventureAdventures in Southern Seas: A Tale of the Sixteenth CenturyIn the early 17th century, Dutch explorers chart unknown southern seas and encounter mysterious islands, fierce tribes, and strange creatures, weaving a gripping tale of discovery…
Level B2AdventureAdventures in Many LandsA skilled trapper faces a terrifying ordeal when separated from his party in the African wilderness, forced to feign death to survive a deadly encounter with a pack of cunning hyen…
Level B2AdventureAdventures in AustraliaTwo brothers journey through the harsh Australian wilderness, armed and determined to find their cousin’s station and secure a future for their family.
Level B2AdventureAdventures in AlaskaVenture into the rugged wilderness of Alaska during the intense Nome gold rush, where a missionary lives alongside miners, braves harsh conditions, and hunts to survive.
Level B2AdventureAdventures in Africa: By an African TraderStranded in the vast Kalahari Desert after a savage attack, a determined trader and his nephew struggle against thirst, wild animals, and hostile forces while navigating an unforgi…
Level B2AdventureAdventure of a KiteA breezy October morning sets the stage for a thrilling kite-flying adventure as James White and friends race across meadows, battling fierce winds and a wild, powerful kite that s…
Level C1AdventureAdventureA sick doctor alone on a remote island battles a deadly dysentery outbreak among hostile natives, fighting exhaustion, danger, and despair under a blazing sun.![Cover of Adrift on the Pacific: A Boys [sic] Story of the Sea and its Perils by Edward Sylvester Ellis](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/daeqvhge1ofc73dh894g.webp)
Level B2AdventureAdrift on the Pacific: A Boys [sic] Story of the Sea and its PerilsA grieving captain reluctantly agrees to transport a mysterious little girl named Inez across the vast Pacific to Japan, where her missionary parents await.
Level B2AdventureAdrift on the AmazonA determined young man known as “Fighting Jones” faces relentless struggles in school and business, challenging authority and injustice at every turn.
Level B2AdventureAdrift in the Wilds; Or, The Adventures of Two Shipwrecked BoysTwo sixteen-year-old cousins, Elwood and Howard, reunite for a summer journey from Brooklyn to their families in booming California, accompanied by their loyal guardian Tim O'Roone…
Level B2Science FictionAdrift in the Unknown; or, Queer Adventures in a Queer RealmWhen Professor Quinn and his steel "castle" vanish without a trace, along with a powerful railroad magnate, the mystery deepens into a thrilling adventure exploring strange realms…
Level C1AdventureAdrift in the Ice-FieldsA group of English gentlemen embarks on a thrilling springtime sea-fowl shooting expedition across the icy Gulf of St.
Level B2AdventureAdrift in a BoatA lively seaside picnic in Cornwall turns tense when two young friends are caught by the tide, sparking an unexpected adventure filled with friendship, danger, and the wild beauty…
Level C1AdventureAdelbert and BastelIn the bustling port city of Hamburg, young Adelbert dreams of adventure beyond his prosperous merchant family’s reach.
Level C1AdventureAcross the Spanish Main: A Tale of the Sea in the Days of Queen BessTwo young English gentlemen plan a daring voyage to the Spanish Main, hoping to capture treasure-laden galleons and restore their fortunes amid the brewing conflict with Spain.
Level C1RomanceAcross the Salt Seas: A Romance of the War of SuccessionA mysterious, dying Englishman aboard a ship bound for Cadiz haunts the crew with wild tales and haunting visions, setting the stage for a gripping tale of sea-bound adventure and…
Level B2AdventureAcross the Cameroons: A Story of War and AdventureTwo boys from different worlds forge a deep friendship amid country shoots and woodland adventures, only to face tension when a proud German officer arrives at their estate.
Level B2AdventureAcross TexasWhen Herbert Watrous’s health falters, his friend Nick Ribsam’s wholesome country life offers hope and healing.
Level B2AdventureAcross India; Or, Live Boys in the Far EastA young millionaire and his companions embark on a thrilling voyage across India aboard the steam-yacht Guardian-Mother, encountering daring sea rescues, royal hospitality, and adv…
Level C1AdventureAccount of an expedition to the interior of New HollandA daring expedition ventures into the marshy heart of New Holland, crafting a canoe to navigate vast lakes and rivers, encountering mysterious native peoples and untamed wilderness…
Level C1Science FictionAbandonedStranded on a seemingly uninhabited island, a group of balloon voyagers discover a bullet lodged in a wild animal, sparking a thrilling mystery about recent human presence and surv…
Level C1AdventureAbaft the FunnelA battle-hardened tom-cat named Erastasius prowls the decks of the Whanghoa, a ship laden with tea, silk, and opium, guarding its secrets and keeping a watchful eye on the crew.
Level B2AdventureAaron in the WildwoodsA determined boy confined to crutches defies expectations by mastering a spirited Gray Pony that obeys no one but him, inspiring awe and mystery across the wild Georgia landscape.
Level B2MysteryAaron Rodd, DivinerIn foggy London, a reclusive lawyer with a shadowed past encounters a mysterious young woman whose family has suffered great hardships, drawing him into a web of secrets and confid…
Level C1AdventureA true relation of the travels and perilous adventures of Mathew Dudgeon, gentlemanA gentleman with a seafaring spirit embarks on a perilous voyage from London to Smyrna, confronting shipwrecks, piracy, and the heartache of leaving his family behind.
Level C1AdventureA spectre of powerIn the Cherokee town of Great Tellico, the arrival of a Choctaw chief and his enigmatic French interpreter stirs curiosity and political tension, unveiling a web of ambition and cu…
Level B2AdventureA son of the cityA young boy defies his parents' rules to embark on a secret early morning fishing adventure, savoring the thrill of freedom and friendship before dawn breaks over the city.
Level B1AdventureA sailor boy with DeweyA sixteen-year-old merchant’s son embarks on a perilous journey to the Philippines, navigating treacherous storms and a drunken captain as he explores America’s new Pacific territo…
Level B2AdventureA royal smugglerTwo boys embark on a perilous voyage to Batavia, seeking fortune and family ties, only to face fierce monsoons, mysterious markets, and the shadowy world of smuggling in the treach…
Level C2RomanceA rogue's tragedyAmid the ethereal Alps, two lovers find their world transformed by a transcendent passion that blurs the line between dream and reality.
Level B2Science FictionA princess of MarsA seasoned soldier’s mysterious manuscript reveals a life filled with adventure, loss, and a secret yearning beneath a calm exterior.
Level C1RomanceA prince of loversIn a fragmented land of two hundred kingdoms, a determined duke and his scheming chancellor plot a politically charged union between Princess Ruperta and Prince Ludwig, where pride…
Level C1AdventureA primal womanA desperate Englishman escapes a brutal whaling ship to find refuge on the remote island of Utara, where a solitary French captain and his mysterious daughter guard their fragile p…
Level B2AdventureA new Robinson CrusoeA young Irish sailor recounts his perilous voyage aboard a formidable ship bound for San Francisco and China, where a mysterious passenger named James Robinson Crusoe defies a brut…
Level B2AdventureA millionaire at sixteenAt sixteen, Louis Belgrave inherits a vast fortune and a magnificent steam-yacht, embarking on a daring ocean cruise to rescue his beloved mother lost at sea.
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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