The Library
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 B2MysteryA Master of MysteriesA professional ghost exposer takes on the eerie mystery of a young artist’s sudden death at a haunted inn, where superstition and suspicion collide.
Level B2MysteryA Maker of HistoryAn English youth, stranded in a dense forest, stumbles upon secretive meetings and guarded trains, drawn into a web of espionage and danger.
Level B2MysteryA Lost LeaderAmid political intrigue and personal sacrifice, a former leader seeks peace away from the tumult, but old alliances and ambitions draw him back into a high-stakes game where love,…
Level B2MysteryA Husband by ProxyIn bustling New York, a fledgling criminologist faces a mysterious woman seeking unusual assistance, plunging him into a web of secrets and danger as he navigates the city's shadow…
Level C1MysteryA House to LetA woman moves to a perfect London lodging—despite its view of a mysterious empty house that has remained unlet for years.![Cover of A Hoodoo Machine; or, The Motor Boys' Runabout No. 1313. by Stanley R. [Adapter] Matthews](https://dsx1pat3ljtul.cloudfront.net/books/daf69uge1ofc73dhbqh0.webp)
Level B2MysteryA Hoodoo Machine; or, The Motor Boys' Runabout No. 1313.Three boys chase a wildly uncontrolling runabout tagged with double unlucky number 1313, uncovering a mysterious machine that defies reason and threatens chaos on the road.
Level C1MysteryA Double Barrelled Detective StoryA young wife endures cruel torment in a bitter family feud, while years later, her secretive life with a remarkable son unfolds in a quiet New England village—where mysteries lurk…
Level C1MysteryA Diplomatic WomanAt a mysterious Parisian masked ball where no one reveals their identity, a diplomatic woman grapples with secret codes being leaked to foreign powers, threatening reputations and…
Level B2MysteryA Difficult Problem: 1900A grieving widow is haunted by a mysterious death notice for her husband—who is also reported dead in a telegram sent the same day.
Level B2MysteryA Dead ReckoningIn the serene setting of Beechley Towers, newlywed Clara Brooke cherishes the bliss of early marriage while her friends debate the complexities of love and distance.
Level C1MysteryA Daughter of the ForestAmidst an ominous storm and eerie silence, a young girl named Margot vanishes after setting out alone in her canoe, sparking desperate search and dread in a remote forest cabin whe…
Level B2MysteryA Crime of the Under-seasIn the bustling Grand Oriental Hotel at Colombo, three men with secretive, dangerous livelihoods cross paths: a smuggler, a shadowy tracker of a fugitive banker, and a mysterious p…
Level C1MysteryA Creature of the Night: An Italian EnigmaA struggling singer seeks refuge and inspiration in the romantic city of Verona, where moonlit strolls lead him into a mysterious and unexpected adventure that blurs the line betwe…
Level C1MysteryA Coin of Edward VII: A Detective StoryIn a festive household shadowed by suspicion, the enigmatic governess Anne Denham captivates a handsome young squire, while whispered scandals hint at deeper secrets beneath the ch…
Level B2MysteryA Cigarette Clew; Or, "Salted" For a MillionA relentless detective returns to New York to track down two elusive swindlers who’ve fled east from Montana, unraveling a trail of danger and deception that could lead to a millio…
Level C1MysteryA Capillary Crime, and Other StoriesIn a quiet Montmartre street, a mysterious young woman flees under a stormy night, setting the stage for a gripping capillary crime that disrupts the eerie calm of this old Parisia…
Level B2MysteryA Canadian Farm Mystery; Or, Pam the PioneerOn a Canadian farm, resourceful Pam faces unexpected challenges with quick wit and daring plans, turning mishaps into thrilling adventures.
Level C1MysteryA Cabinet SecretIn the shadow of the South African War, two men in Naples plot a conspiracy that could topple an empire, anxiously awaiting a mysterious steam yacht whose arrival may change the fa…
Level B2MysteryA Broken Bond; Or, The Man Without MoralsA lone sniper waits in the South American mountains, aiming to kill a man riding through a rugged valley.
Level C1MysteryA Bitter Heritage: A Modern Story of Love and AdventureA young lieutenant races against time and mysterious delays to reach his ailing father, carrying a cryptic letter that hints at dark secrets and looming danger.
Level B2MysteryA Bid for Fortune; Or, Dr. Nikola's VendettaA mysterious letter from Brazil sets a cryptic dinner meeting for four strangers from distant lands, bound by an unknown connection.
Level B2MysteryA Battle for Right; Or, A Clash of WitsIn a refined roadside inn near New York, a tense poker game erupts into accusations of cheating and a fierce clash of wills, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle of wits wher…
Level B2Mystery813A wealthy man suspects someone is secretly entering his locked hotel suite despite all precautions, triggering a tense investigation filled with mysterious intrusions and hidden da…
Level B2Mystery7 to 12: A Detective StoryA discreet detective is called to investigate the theft of Mrs.
Level B2Mystery4-1/2B, ErosIn a corrupt Venusian colony, space-trader Hank Karns confronts a rigged trial that condemns his friend to brutal imprisonment and seizes his ship.
Level B2Mystery32 CaliberA man’s perfect golf game is shattered when his brother-in-law’s wife vanishes with a notorious suitor, sparking a tangled web of love, betrayal, and suspicion that demands a keen…
Level C1Mystery'Farewell, Nikola'In the haunting city of Venice, a small group of travelers seeks beauty and solace amid its silent waterways and ancient palaces, but beneath the enchanting facade lies a mystery t…
Level B2Mystery'Doc.' GordonA young, ambitious physician embarks on a 25-mile walk to begin his medical career in a small town, filled with hopeful energy and a sense of purpose.
Level C1Mystery"Persons Unknown"A restless writer is haunted by a mysterious command to "Ask Nancy Cornish," plunging him into a shadowy night filled with music, secrets, and enigmatic figures.
Level C1Mystery"No Clue!": A Mystery StoryA powerful woman and her reluctant daughter wrestle with a mysterious grey envelope that promises to change their futures, igniting tension and secrets in a gripping tale of determ…
Level C1Mystery"I Say No"In a quiet boarding school, tensions rise as a mysterious new student from the West Indies challenges the strict rules and uneasy alliances among the girls, igniting secrets and su…
Level B2Mystery"And That's How It Was, Officer"When gangsters vanish mysteriously in Morton City, Homer Nicholas recounts a whirlwind of events involving his eccentric uncle, a secret serum, and an unlikely wedding that may hol…
Level B2RomanceA Romance of Billy-Goat HillThe classic romance novel by Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice.
Level B1FantasyAlice's Adventures in WonderlandDown the rabbit-hole into a logic-bending world of riddles and talking creatures.
Level A2Children'sAndersen's Fairy TalesEighteen timeless tales including The Emperor's New Clothes, The Snow Queen, and The Little Match Girl.
Level C1ClassicsCrime and PunishmentThe classic mystery novel by Fyodor Dostoyevsky.
Level A2Children'sFifty Famous Stories RetoldFifty short, famous stories from history and legend — King Alfred and the cakes, the sword of Damocles, and more — retold in plain English for young and new readers.
Level B2MysteryFriday, the Thirteenth: A NovelThe classic mystery novel by Thomas William Lawson.
Level A2Children'sGrimms' Fairy TalesSixty-two beloved folk tales — from Hansel and Gretel to Rumpelstiltskin — retold in simple English.
Level C1MysteryLady Audley's SecretThe classic mystery novel by M.
Level C1ClassicsOliver Twist, Vol. 2 (of 3)The classic mystery novel by Charles Dickens.
Level C1MysteryPaul Clifford — CompleteThe classic mystery novel by Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron Lytton.
Level B1Children'sThe Blue Fairy BookAndrew Lang's celebrated anthology gathering favourite fairy tales from around the world — Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and many more.
Level B2MysteryThe Complete Sherlock HolmesDeduction, fog and gaslight — the complete canon of the world's first consulting detective.
Level B2MysteryThe Daughter of Anderson CrowThe classic mystery novel by George Barr McCutcheon.
Level B2MysteryThe Green MummyThe classic mystery novel by Fergus Hume.
Level C1MysteryThe Man Who Was Thursday: A NightmareThe classic mystery novel by G.
Level C1MysteryThe MoonstoneThe classic mystery novel by Wilkie Collins.
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.
Sample chapters are free to read with no account. To read a full book — with tap-to-translate, audio narration and saved progress — you start your trial at quiz.nikmas.studio.
Not for sample chapters — they open with no signup. To read a whole book you start your trial at quiz.nikmas.studio, which keeps your vocabulary and place across devices.