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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 B2Science FictionThe Harris-Ingram ExperimentAn artist torn between family expectations and his passion embarks on a journey with his wealthy industrialist family, exploring love, travel, and an ambitious social experiment bl…
Level B2ClassicsThe Harlequinade: An ExcursionStep into a whimsical excursion where a lively girl named Alice and her Uncle Edward invite you to witness a colorful blend of humor, sentiment, and timeless tales, all set against…
Level B2ClassicsThe HarborA curious seven-year-old boy wrestles with church sermons and his mysterious harbor-view home, where the past and present collide in shadows of warehouses and docks.
Level B2Children'sThe Happy Prince, and Other TalesA gilded statue, once a prince, weeps above a city full of sorrow he never knew in life, while a lone swallow must choose between his journey and helping those in need.
Level B2MysteryThe Happy HomicideIn a courtroom where a murder trial hinges on a bizarre machine that reanimates the victim's brain recordings, John Bork faces charges for killing his wife—while the corpse itself…
Level B2AdventureThe Happy FamilyIn the rugged West, Andy Green, a seasoned cowpuncher, navigates the untamed landscape and clashes with the naive newcomer Sherwood Branciforte, revealing the raw beauty and deep-r…
Level B2ClassicsThe Happy EndIn a quiet mountain valley, Calvin Stammark builds a new home for himself and Hannah, dreaming of a future filled with hard work, love, and the promise of prosperity.
Level B2RomanceThe Happy AverageA recent college graduate nervously visits the Carters' home, where playful banter and quiet tension hint at the complexities of young romance and social expectations on a warm Jul…
Level B2FantasyThe Happy AdventurersA young girl, sidelined by illness and injury, finds herself confined to a quiet country home where loneliness and restlessness threaten her spirit.
Level B2HistoricalThe Hand-Made Gentleman: A Tale of the Battles of PeaceA spirited boy named Cricket navigates the challenges of youth amid the dawn of steam power and industrial change, encountering ghosts, inventions, and battles of enterprise.
Level B2ClassicsThe Hand of the Mighty, and Other StoriesA young man with a restless spirit leaves the comforts of home for the rugged life of the Western plains, seeking adventure and connection with the land and its people.
Level B2MysteryThe Hampstead MysteryA mysterious letter claims Sir Horace Fewbanks was shot dead in his library, but everyone insists he was away in Scotland.
Level B2ClassicsThe Hallowell PartnershipConfined by illness and restless, Marian watches her brother Roderick grapple with a life-changing job offer that could lift them from their gloomy existence.
Level B2ClassicsThe Half-BrothersA young widow struggles to keep her family afloat amid loss and hardship on a failing farm, until a wealthy farmer offers hope through an unexpected proposal.
Level B2Children'sThe Half-Back: A Story of School, Football, and GolfAt Hillton Academy, a rough newcomer from the countryside dares to challenge seasoned football players, sparking rivalry and curiosity on the school’s bustling gridiron.
Level B2HistoricalThe Guns of Shiloh: A Story of the Great Western CampaignAmid the chaos of a crushing defeat, young Northern soldier Dick Mason grapples with despair as his army retreats, setting the stage for a gripping tale of courage and conflict in…
Level B2AdventureThe Guns of EuropeAmid the looming chaos of Europe’s great war, a young American traveler contemplates art and humanity, witnessing the stirring moments that ignite a global conflict.
Level B2HistoricalThe Guns of Bull Run: A Story of the Civil War's EveAs winter snow blankets a Kentucky town on the eve of the Civil War, two cousins—one destined to fight for the South, the other for the North—face divided loyalties amid the brewin…
Level B2AdventureThe Gun Club boys of LakeportTwo brothers venture through a fierce snowstorm in the wilderness surrounding Lakeport, uncovering family secrets and facing challenges that test their courage and resourcefulness…
Level B2AdventureThe Guide of the DesertCaptured by Patagonians and stripped of all hope, a young harpooner endures fourteen grueling months in the wild steppes of Patagonia.
Level B2Children'sThe GuardsmanOn a misty Halloween night, a group of boys in Fairweather plot a mischievous prank against a cobbler selling flea-ridden puppies, sparking a secret adventure filled with youthful…
Level B2RomanceThe Grip of Honor: A Story of Paul Jones and the American RevolutionAmidst the stormy seas of the American Revolution, a daring captain and his loyal lieutenant chase a mysterious merchant ship near treacherous reefs, their pursuit fueled by honor,…
Level B2AdventureThe Greycliff Girls in CampA group of adventurous girls set off on a thrilling summer journey through Niagara, Toronto, and the White Mountains, guided by their English teacher, before arriving at a Maine ca…
Level B2HistoricalThe Grey ManIn a land torn by clan rivalries, a father and son navigate the fiery siege of Ardstinchar Castle, caught between fierce factions and deadly suspicion.
Level B2RomanceThe Grey CloakIn the shadowy streets of Paris, a masked man in a grey cloak embarks on a perilous quest to steal a secret paper that could save his life and fortune, weaving intrigue, danger, an…
Level B2MysteryThe Grell MysteryOn a stormy London night, Robert Grell, a worldly diplomat and newly engaged man, prepares a priceless pearl necklace gift for his bride-to-be, unaware that danger may be lurking c…
Level B2MysteryThe Green RustA dying millionaire entrusts a lawyer with a secret mission to protect a lost heiress from dangerous suitors and uncover her true identity amid a web of deceit and international in…
Level B2ClassicsThe Green GoddessA devoted vicar grapples with grief and love, cherishing memories of those lost while preparing to let go of his beloved daughter.
Level B2Children'sThe Green Forest Fairy BookStep into a magical world where fairyfolk, talking trees, and enchanted creatures still roam green forests, and discover the lost wonder tales once sung by The Golden Bird—tales of…
Level B2Children'sThe Green Fairy BookJourney through enchanting tales from around the world where witches turn men into swine, giants roam, and magic rings grant invisibility—stories that have thrilled children and ad…
Level B2FantasyThe Green DoorIn a quiet old house, curious Letitia is forbidden from opening a mysterious little green door that holds secrets beyond her imagination.
Level B2Children'sThe Green Casket, and other storiesA young girl named Ruth embarks on a new life as an under-housemaid at the grand Tower House, where an old-fashioned lady takes a personal interest in her training.
Level B2ClassicsThe Greater PowerAmidst the frozen wilderness of British Columbia, a refined man turned logger battles the brutal cold and backbreaking labor to survive in a harsh, unforgiving land where strength…
Level B2Science FictionThe Great White Queen: A Tale of Treasure and TreasonAn orphaned youth escapes a dull future as a clerk to embark on a perilous journey through an uncharted land, where he encounters mysteries and the elusive Great White Queen.
Level B2HistoricalThe Great White ArmyAs Napoleon's Grand Army marches triumphantly into Moscow, a veteran surgeon and his daring nephew navigate the city's eerie silence and unexpected dangers, uncovering mysteries th…
Level B2Science FictionThe Great War SyndicateTensions between the United States and Great Britain ignite when a disputed fishing vessel seizure sparks a fierce naval clash, plunging the nations toward war.
Level B2AdventureThe Great Sioux Trail: A Story of Mountain and PlainIn the tense frontier where plains meet mountains, a young soldier witnesses the fierce defiance of Red Cloud, the great Sioux war chief, who vows to bar the white settlers' advanc…
Level B2MysteryThe Great SecretA chance encounter in a London hotel thrusts a man into a shadowy world of danger and espionage, where unseen enemies lurk just beyond his door.
Level B2AdventureThe Great Quest: A romance of 1826, wherein are recorded the experiences of Josiah Woods of Topham, and of those others with whom he sailed for Cuba and the Gulf of GuineaIn the summer of 1826, Josiah Woods sets out from his quiet village, unaware that his routine errand will launch him into a wild sea voyage to Cuba and the Gulf of Guinea, filled w…
Level B2MysteryThe Great Oakdale MysteryTwo boys and their hunting dog explore forbidden woods, seeking game and adventure while navigating friendship, school pressures, and unexpected challenges on a crisp autumn day.
Level B2MysteryThe Great Keinplatz Experiment and Other Tales of Twilight and the UnseenAn unexpected inheritance draws a modest doctor to a mysterious Wiltshire estate, where ancient barrows and eerie surroundings hint at secrets beyond the veil of the ordinary.
Level B2HistoricalThe Great Invasion of 1813-14; or, After Leipzig: Being a story of the entry of the allied forces into Alsace and Lorraine, and their march upon Paris after the Battle of Leipzig, called the Battle of the Kings and NationsAmid the serene village of Charmes in 1813, a shoemaker’s family faces the upheaval of the Allied invasion following the Battle of Leipzig.
Level B2MysteryThe Great ImpersonationAn Englishman lost in German East Africa encounters a strikingly similar German military commander whose identity and intentions remain shrouded in mystery—setting the stage for a…
Level B2MysteryThe Great Green Diamond; Or, Thief Against ThiefAn African explorer fleeing deadly enemies from a secretive Abyssinian cult seeks help in New York, haunted by the sinister gaze of Ajeeb, the fanatical high priest.
Level B2ClassicsThe Great God Success: A NovelA recent Yale graduate without a knack for money enters the bustling newsroom of the News-Record, seeking to learn the craft of writing while navigating the challenges of ambition,…
Level B2MysteryThe Great God GoldA mysterious, dying stranger with a secret past and a cryptic blue envelope enlists the help of a struggling doctor in Paris, hinting at a hidden truth tied to exotic lands and urg…
Level B2ClassicsThe Great ExperienceA New Yorker arrives in the close-knit, mountain town of Ephraim to champion temperance, challenging local traditions while forming unexpected bonds with the hearty pioneer family…
Level B2Science FictionThe Great Dome on MercuryTrapped beneath a colossal dome on Mercury, Earthmen battle a catastrophic air leak threatening their fragile sanctuary against the planet’s lethal vacuum and scorching sun, racing…
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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