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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 B2ClassicsMark Twain's Burlesque AutobiographyDive into a wildly humorous and unconventional family history that satirizes noble lineages, featuring sharp wit, outrageous ancestors, and playful tales spanning centuries of misa…
Level C1ClassicsMark Rutherford's DeliveranceStruggling with limited means, a man secures a commission to report on the chaotic debates of the House of Commons, exposing the tedious repetition and political skepticism that un…
Level C1ClassicsMark Hurdlestone; Or, The Two BrothersIn a rural English parish, a wealthy miser known for his cruelty and isolation guards his vast fortune with obsessive fervor, revealing how one man’s greed and bitterness shape the…
Level C1ClassicsMark Gildersleeve: A NovelIn the industrious town of Belton, a sprawling manufacturing hub powered by a roaring waterfall, the legacy of the Obershaw family looms large—marked by wealth, ambition, and the r…
Level C1ClassicsMariquita: A NovelIn a vast, sunlit prairie where light and wind shape life itself, Mariquita, a young woman of mixed heritage, navigates solitude, faith, and the quiet stubbornness of love under th…
Level C1ClassicsMariposilla: A NovelA mother's desperate hope leads her and her ailing child from New York to the healing calm of California's mountains, where a mysterious Spanish home promises refuge and renewal.
Level B2ClassicsMarion: The Story of an Artist's ModelA young girl from a large immigrant family discovers her own beauty and dreams of fame while navigating the challenges of childhood and her father's artistic world.
Level C1ClassicsMarion Darche: A Story Without CommentIn bustling New York, society is a complex map of shifting social fields where migration between classes is a delicate dance.
Level C1ClassicsMarie Corelli: The Writer and the WomanExplore the life behind the enigmatic novelist whose daring flights into the Unknown and the Unseen sparked both wonder and controversy.
Level C1ClassicsMarie ClaireA young working seamstress in Paris defies hardship and limited opportunities by embracing her passion for writing, revealing the quiet strength and depth of her life through heart…
Level B2ClassicsMarianelaA determined traveler loses his way in the mysterious, silent hills near the famed mines of Socartes, where eerie solitude and tangled paths test his resolve.
Level C1ClassicsMaria; Or, The Wrongs of WomanTrapped in a suffocating marriage, a woman with a sensitive, intelligent mind battles the crushing injustices imposed by society’s partial laws and customs.
Level C1ClassicsMaria EdgeworthDelve into the intertwined lives of Maria Edgeworth and her visionary father, Richard Lovell Edgeworth, as their family legacy shapes Ireland’s history through ambition, invention,…
Level C1ClassicsMarguerite Verne; Or, Scenes from Canadian LifeOn a starry New Year's Eve in St.
Level C1ClassicsMargret Howth: A Story of To-dayAmid the shadow of war and despair, explore the quiet heroism and enduring hope found in ordinary lives battling the persistent enemy within.
Level B2ClassicsMargery DawAfter a devastating train collision near Chesterham, a mysterious woman lies lifeless while a young child, her striking double, is found alone amidst the wreckage—sparking question…
Level C1ClassicsMarge AskinforitA sharp-witted woman named Marge navigates her eccentric family’s quirks and scandals with biting humor, revealing a world where beauty, ambition, and misadventure collide in the s…
Level C1ClassicsMargaret MaliphantAmidst the ancient ruins and quiet marshlands of Sussex, two sisters from a once-proud farming family navigate the weight of heritage and changing fortunes, where past glories ling…
Level C1ClassicsMargaret Fuller (Marchesa Ossoli)Explore the remarkable life of Margaret Fuller, a pioneering spirit who challenged her era's conventions through intellect, activism, and literary influence, while navigating frien…
Level C1ClassicsMargaret Capel: A Novel, vol. 2 of 3Set against the breathtaking cliffs and tranquil seas of southern England, a young woman returns home from Italy, where her journey has transformed her spirit.
Level B2ClassicsMarching MenIn the grim mining town of Coal Creek, a fiery red-haired boy named Beaut McGregor is marked by intense hatred for his fellow men and dreams of discipline and purpose in a disorgan…
Level C1ClassicsMarch HaresOn his thirtieth birthday, a disillusioned man contemplates despair amid London's bustling streets but finds unexpected clarity and hope in the city's ceaseless rhythm—and the myst…
Level C2ClassicsMarcel Proust, an English TributeExplore a rich collection of reflections and critiques from English writers on Marcel Proust’s life and work, unveiling the unique charm and complexity of a literary figure whose i…
Level C1ClassicsMaradick at Forty: A TransitionA coastal town shrouded in mist sets the stage for the Maradick family’s annual departure, where social rituals and quiet tensions unfold amid the ebb and flow of seaside life and…
Level B2ClassicsMany inventionsAmid the eerie fog of the English Channel, a lighthouse keeper and a visitor share tales of sea voyages, shipwrecks, and the vital role of lighthouses guiding vessels through treac…
Level B2ClassicsMany happy returns of the day!Celebrate the quirks and reflections of birthdays through the eyes of a man who finds humor and meaning in marking another year alive, amidst a world where millions share the same…
Level B2ClassicsMany cargoesA quirky skipper’s obsession with medical diagnoses turns a slow voyage aboard the John Elliott into a humorous tale of feigned illnesses and shipboard antics, as crew members adop…
Level C1ClassicsMany Thoughts of Many Minds: A Treasury of Quotations from the Literature of Every Land and Every AgeExplore a vast collection of over 2,500 quotations spanning every topic and era, offering timeless wisdom and insight into human thought and experience.
Level C1ClassicsMany MarriagesA quiet Wisconsin manufacturer nears forty when an inexplicable inner transformation stirs dreams and doubts, challenging his steady life and forcing him to confront the heavy sile…
Level C1ClassicsMany KingdomsA pragmatic young man wakes in a strange foreign village where no one acknowledges his presence and no language is familiar, until a mysterious woman offers her help to guide him t…
Level C1ClassicsManslaughterLydia Little, a fiercely willful young woman, clashes with the world and those around her in a tale of defiance and struggle within a grand Fifth Avenue household.
Level C1ClassicsManners: A Novel, Vol 1In a quiet Yorkshire village, Mrs.
Level B2ClassicsMan to ManA restless man returns to his ancestral mountain ranch after years at sea, only to encounter a mysterious young woman in peril by a lake.
Level B2ClassicsMan and WifeTwo childhood friends part ways with hopes and vows to reunite, each embarking on vastly different paths—one to India as a governess, the other to fame on the stage.
Level C1ClassicsMammon and Co.In a witty social gathering, sharp observations and playful banter reveal the quirks of upper-class life, where memory, manners, and egotism collide.
Level C1ClassicsMamba's daughtersIn early 20th-century Charleston, Mamba, a resourceful black woman from the waterfront, dares to bridge social divides by ingratiating herself with the struggling Wentworth family,…
Level C1ClassicsMam' Lyddy's Recognition: 1908In a Southern plantation's close-knit world, Mam' Lyddy, a proud and discerning matriarch, guards the honor of the French family while navigating the trials of love and loyalty sur…
Level B2ClassicsMam' LindaIn a Southern town where loyalty and lawlessness collide, a young lawyer faces dangerous foes, political intrigue, and the challenge of standing for justice amid racial tensions an…
Level C1ClassicsMal Moulée: A NovelTwo young women from contrasting worlds meet as roommates at a prestigious academy, their fates entwined by secrets and sorrow.
Level C1ClassicsMaking People HappyIn a lively drawing-room meeting, Cicily Hamilton leads a spirited group of women determined to advance social equality and the emancipation of women, navigating clashes and camara…
Level B2ClassicsMaking Over MarthaWhen Mrs.
Level C1ClassicsMakar's Dream, and Other StoriesJourney to the remote Siberian wilderness where Makar, a weary exile, endures harsh labor and loneliness yet fiercely protests the injustices of life and the afterlife.
Level B2ClassicsMajor VigoureuxIn a remote island garrison, a Commandant wrestles with dwindling supplies, quirky soldiers, and the enigmatic authority of the Lord Proprietor who blurs the line between ally and…
Level B2ClassicsMajor FrankA modest young man’s life is transformed overnight when an unexpected inheritance promises wealth—but hidden conditions and mysterious warnings threaten to turn fortune into a trap…
Level C1ClassicsMain-Travelled RoadsFollow the harsh realities of rural life on the American frontier, where endless toil, poverty, and isolation test the spirit of farmers and their families along the dusty, unforgi…
Level C1ClassicsMain StreetIn a small Midwestern town where tradition reigns supreme, a young woman named Carol Milford yearns to break free from the confines of conformity and find her true self amidst the…
Level C1ClassicsMaid of the MistA thrilling fox hunt turns perilous when riders face the treacherous Old Roman Road, testing their courage and endurance.
Level C1ClassicsMagnum Bonum; Or, Mother Carey's BroodA compassionate young doctor and his devoted mother open their home to a vulnerable orphaned teacher, weaving a tale of kindness, duty, and unexpected connections in a world where…
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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