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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 C1FantasyTarzan and the Jewels of OparIn the heart of the Congo, a disgraced officer on the run crosses paths with the feared Arab chieftain Achmet Zek, igniting a dangerous quest for the legendary Jewels of Opar hidde…
Level C1FantasyTales of the supernatural: Six romantic storiesTwo deadly bravos, bound by dark sorcery and a blood oath, confront the eerie depths of Italy’s Bottomless Lake on a sinister night when the forces of hell stir.
Level C1FantasyTales of the Wonder Club, Volume IIIA secretive club of eccentric members gathers for tales spun from mysterious curiosities and strange encounters, blending fantasy with wit and intrigue.
Level C1FantasyTales of the Wonder Club, Volume IIn a secluded English inn, a secretive club of distinguished gentlemen gathers annually to share marvelous tales, shunning business and politics for stories that spark the imaginat…
Level C1Science FictionTales of the UnexpectedA sudden, mysterious seizure leaves Sidney Davidson seeing and interacting with an unseen world, shattering reality in a laboratory where science and perception collide.
Level C1MysteryTales of terrorA trusted doctor recounts a chilling tale of friendship, love, and a haunting tragedy tied to a brilliant engineer and his beautiful bride amid the unrest of 1857.
Level C1Science FictionTales of Space and TimeIn a grimy London shop, a mysterious crystal egg draws the eager attention of two unusual visitors, sparking a tense negotiation and revealing secrets beyond the ordinary.
Level C1Science FictionTales of Fantasy and FactEmbark on a mysterious voyage through imaginary lands like the City of Destruction and Ultima Thule, guided by the enigmatic Captain Vanderdecken, whose tales intertwine legend and…
Level C1FantasyTales for Christmas EveIn a richly detailed Victorian London setting, two devoted friends navigate the challenges of finding the perfect home, uncovering the quirks and secrets of high society along the…
Level C1FantasyTales From the "Phantasus," etc. of Ludwig TieckAmid the turmoil of a faithless Europe, a man confronts the deepest moral and existential questions, navigating a world where virtue and vice intertwine with the supernatural.
Level C1Science FictionSymzonia: Voyage of DiscoveryEmbark on a daring voyage to the mysterious southern polar regions, where a captain discovers an unknown continent and enters a hidden internal world inhabited by advanced beings w…
Level C1Science FictionSweet Their Blood and StickyIn a desolate world where only a mysterious machine endlessly produces sticky pink taffy, two explorers uncover strange, living creatures drawn to its sweet output.
Level C1Science FictionSurvival of the fittestIn a world where androids demand equal rights and threaten rebellion, humans grapple with the rise of near-human robots capable of original thought, sparking a tense struggle for s…
Level C1FantasySupplemental Nights to the Book of the Thousand and One Nights — Volume 3 (of 6)Dive into a rich tapestry of fantastical tales unfolding over hundreds of nights, where legendary adventures and mysterious characters weave an enchanting world beyond the original…
Level C1FantasyStephen Archer, and Other TalesA principled bookseller’s life shifts when marriage opens his world beyond strict beliefs and humble shop walls, revealing the struggles and quiet triumphs of faith, family, and co…
Level C1FantasyStella Fregelius: A Tale of Three DestiniesAn inventor obsessed with bridging earthly distance and celestial mystery perfects wireless communication devices, but their true potential lies beyond technology, in the spiritual…
Level C1Science FictionStar-Crossed LoverA chance encounter with a mysterious old woman leads an ordinary man into a bewildering world where nothing is as it seems, forcing him to confront illusions, danger, and secrets b…
Level C1FantasySpecimens of German Romance; Vol. II. Master FleaOn a Christmas Eve filled with mysterious gifts and eerie delights, the melancholy Peregrine Tyss embarks on strange adventures that blur the line between reality and fantasy, invi…
Level C1Science FictionSolar StiffStranded on a frozen alien planet with a failing ship, a five-headed Mercurian faces certain death while reflecting on his ambitious wife’s quest to solve their world’s hunger cris…
Level C1FantasySnap-Dragons; Old Father ChristmasIn a lively English household, Mr.
Level C1FantasySmith and the Pharaohs, and other TalesA solitary banker with a secret fortune finds his quiet life upended when a chance visit to the British Museum sparks a mysterious encounter with ancient Egyptian wonders, challeng…
Level C1FantasySintram and His CompanionsA knight battles the relentless forces of Death and Sin, aided by faith and the example of noble companions, as he struggles to conquer temptation and achieve salvation in a realm…
Level C1Science FictionShock TroopAn alien invasion force prepares to conquer a mysterious, mammalian-inhabited planet using shock tactics and telepathic assault, but their unfamiliarity with the natives and their…
Level C1FantasyShe and AllanAn aging adventurer recounts his mysterious encounter with Ayesha, a mesmerizing and possibly immortal woman who claims supernatural powers and reveals hidden realms, challenging h…
Level C1FantasySheA strikingly handsome young man and his peculiar guardian embark on an extraordinary African adventure, uncovering mysteries that challenge belief and promise profound discoveries…
Level C1Science FictionShadows in the MoonlightA desperate girl flees through a wild marshland, hunted by a ruthless conqueror who delights in her torment—until a bloodied stranger emerges, driven by a furious thirst for vengea…
Level C1Science FictionShadows in ZamboulaIn the bustling, dangerous streets of Zamboula, a mighty warrior confronts whispers of a sinister tavern where travelers vanish without a trace—haunted by demons and dark secrets.
Level C1FantasySelections from PoeDive into a world where haunting poems and eerie tales reveal the troubled genius of a solitary dreamer, exploring themes of death, mystery, and the macabre through unforgettable v…
Level C1FantasySatan and the ComradesIn a bold scheme to modernize Hell and outwit the heavens, Nick—once a college boy on Earth—revamps the underworld’s ancient roads and devilish amusements, setting the stage for a…
Level C1FantasyRumpty-Dudget's Tower: A Fairy TaleA mischievous dwarf named Rumpty-Dudget lives alone in a gray tower near a magical forest bordering Fairy Land, where three royal siblings discover hidden wonders beyond their pala…
Level C1Science FictionRondah; or, thirty-three years in a starLost in a fierce storm, four travelers are swept from Earth to a volcanic star inhabited by mysterious bird-people who hibernate through a twenty-year winter.
Level C1Science FictionRipeness is AllIn a future where androids satisfy every desire and human connection feels hollow, a man drifts through a world of artificial pleasures, searching for meaning beyond flesh and flee…
Level C1FantasyRip Van WinkleIn a quiet village beneath the magical Kaatskill mountains, Rip Van Winkle, a kind but hen-pecked man, embarks on an extraordinary adventure that blurs the line between reality and…
Level C1Science FictionRex Ex MachinaA dying father reveals a secret weapon: a device capable of hypnotizing the entire world, forged in Cold War espionage and moral conflict.
Level C1Science FictionReinsternJourney through a vast, desolate landscape to a mysterious, idyllic community where government-provided abundance and education in natural history shape a society free of poverty a…
Level C1Science FictionRed NailsIn a vast, silent forest, a fierce warrior woman named Valeria discovers a mysterious city beyond the trees, sparking a journey filled with danger and dark secrets in a world where…
Level C1Science FictionRadio V-raysTwo engineering students bond over their passion for radio, building a cutting-edge superheterodyne receiver that captures distant signals with astonishing clarity.
Level C1Science FictionQueen of the Black CoastA fierce warrior escapes the law after defending a friend, forcing him to flee on a swift galley bound for distant Kush.
Level C1Science FictionPygmalion's SpectaclesStep into a groundbreaking invention that transforms dreams into vivid reality, where a mysterious professor offers a device that immerses you fully in a story—sight, sound, taste,…
Level C1FantasyPrince PrigioA royal baby’s christening turns magical when unseen fairies bestow enchanted gifts—like a purse that never empties and seven-league boots—sparking a fantastical tale of a prince d…
Level C1FantasyPoseidon's paradise: the romance of AtlantisIn a dazzling island kingdom where ancient customs clash with looming change, mighty captains gather to prove their valor and face the fate of Atlantis.
Level C1FantasyPortland, Oregon, A.D. 1999, and other sketchesA mysterious woman from 1828 recounts her journey westward and reveals astonishing visions of Portland's future in the year 1999, blending history with prophetic glimpses of techno…
Level C1MysteryPolice!!!A man flees the New York police, his mind racing with thoughts on science, art, and society while pursued through the city.
Level C1Science FictionPolaris of the SnowsIn an isolated Arctic refuge, a young man named Polaris confronts the haunting death of his father and the chilling wilderness that surrounds him, as howling dogs and relentless wi…
Level C1Science FictionPolaris and the Goddess GlorianIn the frozen Antarctic wilderness, Polaris Janess embarks on a perilous journey to rescue a lost kingdom of ancient Greeks threatened by vanishing volcanic fires.
Level C1FantasyPleiades Club—Telegraphers' Paradise on Planet MarsOn Mars, a reunion of telegraphers celebrates Lincoln’s birthday, blending nostalgia with visions of harmony and eternal life.
Level C1MysteryPharos, The Egyptian: A RomanceA mysterious visitor arrives bearing an urgent message from Cyril Forrester, a man caught between sanity and supernatural experience tied to his late Egyptologist father's legacy.
Level C1Science FictionPharaoh's Broker: Being the Very Remarkable Experiences in Another World of Isidor WernerA prominent Chicago broker vanishes mysteriously after a final plunge in the wheat market, leaving behind a strange steel rocket and a cryptic farewell.
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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