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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 B2AdventureJack and his ostrichOn the vast South African veldt, young Jack Treby navigates a rugged life with his father, their faithful farmhands, and the wild landscape surrounding them.
Level B2Children'sJack and JillOn a crisp December afternoon in Harmony Village, Jack and Jill race down snowy hills and brave icy ponds, their friendship and fearless spirits shining amid winter’s frolic and th…
Level B2Children'sJack Winters' Gridiron ChumsIn a small town eager to make its mark, a determined group of boys train relentlessly under a seasoned coach’s watchful eye, led by the spirited newcomer Jack Winters, as they stri…
Level B2AdventureJack Winters' CampmatesThree adventurous boys—Jack, Steve, and Toby—plan the ultimate summer outing, fueled by friendship, sportsmanship, and an unexpected benefactor ready to sponsor their dream camping…
Level B2Children'sJack Winters' Baseball Team; Or, The Rivals of the DiamondThree boys from Chester rally to lead their underdog baseball team against the county's unbeatable Harmony nine, facing fierce rivals and a mysterious worry that threatens their ch…
Level B2AdventureJack Manly; His Adventures by Sea and LandA young man trapped in the frozen, bleak town of St.
Level B2MysteryJack Haydon's QuestA school captain on the cusp of adulthood faces a mysterious stranger demanding a secret letter, thrusting him from the familiar fields of sport into a shadowy world of danger and…
Level B2AdventureJack Harvey's Adventures; or, The Rival Campers Among the Oyster PiratesA spirited young boy chooses a rugged winter with his friends over a refined European voyage, stepping into a world of adventure and self-reliance along the Maine coast, where riva…
Level B2AdventureJack Harkaway's Boy Tinker Among The Turks: Book Number Fifteen in the Jack Harkaway SeriesCaught between youthful daring and the strict commands of a ship’s captain, Jack Harkaway navigates perilous adventures and cultural challenges among the Turks, where loyalty and c…
Level B2AdventureJack Harkaway in New York; or, The Adventures of the Travelers' ClubAn idle young man in London receives a mysterious letter from a beautiful American heiress, pulling him into a tangled web of rivalry, secret warnings, and the danger of duels.
Level B2AdventureJack Harkaway and His Son's Escape from the Brigands of GreeceA grand ball in Greece draws the unsuspecting Mr.
Level B2AdventureJack Hardy: A Story of English Smugglers in the Days of NapoleonAmidst the rugged English coast during the Napoleonic Wars, young midshipman Jack Hardy faces the dull task of hunting smugglers while uncovering family ties and local secrets.
Level B2Children'sJack HallThirteen-year-old Jack Hall turns a bright February morning into a playful battlefield of snowballs, outsmarting neighborhood rivals and stirring up snow-covered mischief near Bost…
Level B2MysteryJack Archer: A Tale of the CrimeaA young schoolboy’s dull routine is shattered when a sudden summons from home hints at an urgent family matter, thrusting him toward an unexpected destiny beyond Latin verses and s…
Level B2Children'sJ. ColeA small but determined boy named J.
Level B2FantasyIt's Your Fairy Tale, You KnowA boy enchanted by fairy tales escapes his dull schoolwork and modern world, longing for the magic of knights and wishes.
Level B2Children'sIs There a Santa Claus?A young boy’s question about Santa Claus leads to a heartfelt journey through holiday cheer, kindness, and the true spirit of giving, from the White House to the streets of New Yor…
Level B2Children'sIrma in Italy: A Travel StoryA sixteen-year-old girl sets off on an exciting journey through Italy, balancing the thrill of travel with the challenge of keeping up her studies.
Level B2AdventureInto Mexico with General Scott: When attached to the Fourth United States Infantry, Division of Major-General William J. Worth, Corps of the famous Major-General Winfield Scott, known as Old Fuss and Feathers, campaign of 1847, lad Jerry Cameron marched and fought beside Second Lieutenant U. S. Grant all the way from Cera Cruz to the City of Mexico, where six thousand American soldiers planted the Stars and Stripes in the midst of one hundred and fifty thousand amazed peopleFollow young Jerry Cameron as he marches and fights alongside Second Lieutenant U.
Level B2Children'sIncidents of childhoodA lazy fisherman's son spends his days idly by the sea, dreaming of luck and adventure.
Level B2AdventureIn the volcano's mouth; or, A boy against an armyA grieving father and his spirited son, Madcap Max, embark from England to Egypt, confronting loss and adventure aboard a grand steamer.
Level B2AdventureIn the great white landIn the heart of the Arctic's endless winter, a determined captain battles frozen isolation and snow-blindness aboard the barque Walrus as the first fragile rays of spring promise a…
Level B2MysteryIn the camp of the Black RiderTwo friends, Ted and Buck, balance summer work and football dreams while planning an adventurous camping trip.
Level B2AdventureIn the Yellow SeaRejected from the navy due to a supposed eyesight defect, a determined young man grapples with disappointment while harboring dreams of adventure on the seas between China and Japa…
Level B2AdventureIn the Wilds of AfricaA voyage along Africa’s coast turns perilous as a young supercargo faces deadly fever, treacherous seas, and unreliable crew aboard the brig Osprey, all while trading for precious…
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 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 B2Children'sIn the Morning Glow: Short StoriesStep into a sunlit world where a child's adventures unfold alongside a gentle grandfather’s stories, naps, and laughter in a garden alive with bees, butterflies, and timeless famil…
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 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 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 B2Children'sIn the Forest; Or, Pictures of Life and Scenery in the Woods of Canada: A TaleA curious young girl befriends a timid flying squirrel while discovering the wonders of Canadian wildlife, forests, and Indigenous culture.
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 B2Children'sIn the Days of Giants: A Book of Norse TalesJourney into a world where fiery realms clash with icy giants, and gods forge earth and sky from a colossal giant’s body.
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 B2FantasyIn the Closed RoomIn a sweltering city flat near the thunderous Elevated Railroad, young Judith, a delicate and mysterious child, finds solace in her imagination and a distant aunt’s haunting legacy…
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 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 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 B2HistoricalIn The Boyhood of Lincoln: A Tale of the Tunker Schoolmaster and the Times of Black HawkIn the rugged Illinois frontier, a dedicated Tunker schoolmaster shapes young Abraham Lincoln’s character amid pioneer hardships, Indian tales, and the trials of early American set…
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 B2Children'sIn Sunny Spain with Pilarica and RafaelA young girl’s embroidery struggles lead her into the enchanting gardens of a faded Moorish palace, where riddles, music, and family tales bring the magic of sunny Spain to life in…
Level B2FantasyIn Story-landA kind-hearted, plain little girl named Beta finds purpose in bringing joy to her village through simple acts of kindness, while a wise but lame giant watches over them all from hi…
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 B2HistoricalIn Search of a SonIn the serene French countryside, a man receives a mysterious telegram that promises the return of an old friend, sparking hope and anticipation in his quiet château.
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 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.
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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