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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 B2AdventureThe Trail of the SenecaAmid the serene autumn of 1792, the exiled Seneca Lone-Elk seizes control of a Delaware tribe’s Thanksgiving feast, weaving ambition and cunning into a tale of power, tradition, an…
Level B2AdventureThe Trail of the Sandhill StagA young hunter named Yan discovers the elusive trail of a wild deer in the Sandhill wilderness, igniting a relentless pursuit through vast woods and hills.
Level B2RomanceThe Trail of the Lonesome PineIn the misty Appalachian hills, a curious girl spies a mysterious stranger navigating the rugged trail, sparking a captivating tale of discovery, danger, and the pull of a world be…
Level B2ClassicsThe Trail of the Hawk: A Comedy of the Seriousness of LifeAn adventurous boy, restless and rebellious, leads imaginary battles in his Minnesota backyard while dreaming of the wide world beyond—the Great World that calls him to seek his fo…
Level B2AdventureThe Trail of a Sourdough: Life in AlaskaTrapped by a brutal Alaskan blizzard, a group of miners huddle together, sharing tales of survival and fortune in the unforgiving north.
Level B2AdventureThe Trail of The Badger: A Story of the Colorado Border Thirty Years AgoTwo enterprising boys navigate the rugged Colorado border, caught between clashing cultures and untamed wilderness.
Level B2MysteryThe Tragedy of Wild River ValleyA cunning veteran returns home with ill-gotten gains, only to discover betrayal and broken promises that ignite a fierce thirst for revenge in the shadowed Wild River Valley.
Level B2RomanceThe Tracy diamondsIn the sweltering heat of midsummer at the Prospect House, a young man recovering his health seeks solace in a quiet New England town, where family history and unexpected connectio…
Level B2HistoricalThe Toy Shop: A Romantic Story of Lincoln the ManA somber man wrestles with the heavy burdens of war and leadership, haunted by the cost of conflict and the innocence of childhood.
Level B2ClassicsThe Town TravellerIn a bustling London boarding house, the lively and cantankerous interactions between Mr.
Level B2ClassicsThe Touch of AbnerIn a town meeting for an orphanage, Abner Andrews shocks everyone by pledging a thousand dollars but quickly exposes the empty promises of the town's elite, challenging their true…
Level B2HistoricalThe Tory LoverAmidst the tension of 1777, Colonel Jonathan Hamilton hosts a gathering at his grand estate, where the arrival of a mysterious boat stirs anticipation and unease.
Level B2Children'sThe Torch Bearer: A Camp Fire Girls' StoryA curious girl discovers a secret camp where the Camp Fire Girls gather to embrace adventure, friendship, and ideals of health, service, and happiness.
Level B2RomanceThe Top of the WorldSylvia, a proud and independent woman, clings to a long-distance engagement with Guy Ranger despite five years apart, facing the challenge of love tested by time and absence amidst…
Level B2ClassicsThe Title: A Comedy in Three ActsAmidst a West End family’s holiday gatherings, sharp wit and wartime realities collide as a schoolboy returns home to find his father’s new authority questioned and his sister’s fo…
Level B2ClassicsThe Tipster: 1901, From "Wall Street Stories"A savvy stockbroker wrestles with missed opportunities and the volatile pulse of Wall Street, balancing ambition, luck, and loyalty as he contemplates leaving the market behind for…
Level B2FantasyThe Tin Woodman of Oz: A Faithful Story of the Astonishing Adventure Undertaken by the Tin Woodman, Assisted by Woot the Wanderer, the Scarecrow of Oz, and Polychrome, the Rainbow's DaughterThe Tin Woodman, ruler of a dazzling tin castle, embarks on a thrilling quest aided by Woot the Wanderer, the clever Scarecrow, and Polychrome, the Rainbow's Daughter.
Level B2ClassicsThe Tin SoldierIn a rain-soaked city, a shabby old gentleman returns to a struggling toy shop, haunting the shelves with his longing for tin soldiers amid the shadows of war and fading childhood…
Level B2Children'sThe Tin Box, and What it ContainedA hardworking boy balances family duty and pride as he confronts a wealthy schoolmate in a tense standoff on a narrow road, challenging class divisions and testing courage in a sma…
Level B2HistoricalThe Times Red Cross Story Book: by Famous Novelists Serving in His Majesty's ForcesIn the lawless, uncharted lands south of Mequinez, young Dimoussi—half Arab, half Negro—sets out with a pistol and a hunger for adventure, navigating bustling Moroccan markets and…
Level B2RomanceThe Time of RosesTwo young women return to a tiny country cottage, bringing laughter, memories, and the promise of change to the quiet life of a widowed mother.
Level B2Science FictionThe Time of ColdStranded far from the colony on a scorching, triple-sunned planet, Curt must survive relentless dangers including liquid scorpions—shapeshifting predators that absorb their prey.
Level B2ClassicsThe TigressUnder moonlight in Simla, a young man confronts Nina, a captivating and elusive woman whose charm ensnares hearts even as she dismisses love and attachment.
Level B2AdventureThe Tiger of Mysore: A Story of the War with Tippoo SaibStranded on hostile shores and caught in the ruthless power struggle of Southern India, a young man learns of his father's mysterious fate amid Tippoo Saib's brutal reign.
Level B2RomanceThe Thunder BirdJohnny Jewel, a daring pilot, faces the harsh realities of love, debt, and ambition after winning the heart of Mary V Selmer and owning his own airplane.
Level B2AdventureThe Three Trappers; or, The Apache Chief's RuseA lone hunter races against time and relentless Comanche pursuers across the rugged southwestern prairie, relying on skill, speed, and the coming darkness to survive a desperate ch…
Level B2ClassicsThe Three Stages of Clarinda ThorbaldA young bride-to-be wrestles with the intoxicating joys and haunting fears of love, confronting the bittersweet end of her youth on the day of her wedding amid a house filled with…
Level B2RomanceThe Three SapphiresIn the moonlit splendor of Darpore, an English lord and a secret service captain navigate the intrigues of an Indian prince torn between tradition and modernity, amid a backdrop of…
Level B2AdventureThe Three MidshipmenThree new boys forge a bond at a strict school near London, each facing their own struggles and standing up to bullies with courage and loyalty.
Level B2MysteryThe Three Just MenThree mysterious men take justice into their own hands, striking fear into London's underworld while a determined young woman seeks a new life and a chance to uncover their secrets…
Level B2AdventureThe Three Golden Apples: (From: "A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys")Amid frosty hills and playful children, a scholarly storyteller weaves enchanting tales that blend snowy adventures with ancient myths, inviting listeners into a magical world wher…
Level B2ClassicsThe Three ClerksIn the midst of Victorian London's bustling civil service, three clerks navigate the complexities of ambition, society, and personal intrigue.
Level B2ClassicsThe Three Cities Trilogy: Lourdes, Volume 3Amid the bustling Hotel of the Apparitions, a weary young priest and an optimistic inventor navigate faith, hope, and strange encounters during a pilgrimage in a town alive with de…
Level B2PoetryThe Three BearsWhen adventurous Goldenhair stumbles upon the empty home of three bears, she samples their porridge, chairs, and beds—only to face a surprising encounter upon their return.
Level B2AdventureThe Three AdmiralsA Royal Navy corvette sails the Pacific, facing typhoons, sharks, and mysterious island shores as young officers navigate danger and duty on a daring mission to investigate an outr…
Level B2ClassicsThe Thread of FlameAwakening on a ship with no memory of who he is or where he's headed, a young man struggles to piece together his identity amid the endless ocean.
Level B2MysteryThe Thousandth WomanA man haunted by a nightmare about Henry Craven, his father's ruthless partner, awakens to uneasy revelations aboard a ship.
Level B2Children'sThe Thorogood FamilyIn a lively blacksmith’s cottage, five boisterous brothers and their gentle sister learn life’s lessons through noise, love, and their father's wise motto: "Whatever your hand find…
Level B2HistoricalThe Thorn in the NestIn the quiet valley of 1797 Pennsylvania, Kenneth Clendenin returns home to a family marked by gentle bonds and unspoken sorrows.
Level B2MysteryThe Thirty-Nine StepsDisillusioned with London life, a restless man’s evening takes a mysterious turn when a nervous stranger claims he is dead and urgently needs help, plunging him into a shadowy worl…
Level B2MysteryThe Thirteenth ManA young author moves to a charming yet isolated country bungalow, drawn by its beauty but unsettled by a haunting, mournful song echoing through the quiet lanes.
Level B2Children'sThe Thirteen Little Black Pigs, and Other StoriesTwo children recovering from a long illness find their days brightened by a mysterious arrival in Farmer Wilder’s field—an enchanting herd of tiny black creatures that spark their…
Level B2AdventureThe Thirsty Sword: A Story of the Norse Invasion of Scotland (1262-1263)In 1262 Scotland, young Kenric returns to a troubled Bute, where loyalties clash and ancient curses stir amid the looming Norse invasion.
Level B2MysteryThe Third VolumeSpenser Tait, a meticulous and methodical man with a sharp eye for detail, embarks on a mysterious investigation sparked by a new novel's reference to Thorston.
Level B2Children'sThe Third Miss St QuentinA sick little girl clings to her nurse for comfort while her older sister watches coldly, hinting at family tensions.
Level B2Children'sThe Third Alarm: A Story of the New York Fire DepartmentA weary, travel-stained boy arrives at a New York firehouse, seeking help and connection to his late father, a respected firefighter.
Level B2MysteryThe Thing Beyond ReasonA young woman navigating life alone becomes entangled in a mysterious late-night phone call while working as a secretary for the sheltered Caroline Enderby.
Level B2RomanceThe TexicanIn the rugged borderlands of Verde Crossing, a mysterious Texan cowboy arrives at a remote roadhouse, stirring quiet tensions and sparking a complicated bond with a proud Mexican g…
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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