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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 B2MysteryThe Bradys' Race for Life; or, Rounding Up a Tough Trio: A Detective Story of LifeIn the smoke-filled tenement of a rough New York quarter, two fearless detectives plunge into a burning building to uncover the truth behind a mysterious crime marked by blood and…
Level B2MysteryThe Bradys' Chinese Clew; Or, The Secret Dens of Pell StreetDuring a fierce New York storm, detectives Old King Brady and his companion confront a mysterious case involving a missing Albany girl who eloped with a Chinese man, sparking a tan…
Level B2MysteryThe Bradys and the Girl Smuggler; Or, Working for the Custom HouseTwo skilled detectives, Old and Young King Brady, are called to crack a cunning smuggling ring flooding the country with untaxed precious stones.
Level B2MysteryThe Bradys Beyond Their Depth; Or, The Great Swamp MysteryIn a shadowy New York night, two renowned detectives, Old and Young King Brady, stumble upon mysterious cries of murder and a suspicious coffin removal, plunging them into a grippi…
Level B2MysteryThe Bradys After a Chinese Princess; Or, The Yellow Fiends of 'FriscoIn fog-shrouded San Francisco, the legendary detective Old King Brady and his skilled partner stake out the harbor to uncover a secret opium smuggling ring aided by mysterious alli…
Level C1ClassicsThe BracknelsIn a household marked by tension and unspoken unrest, the arrival of a new tutor stirs curiosity and conflict among the Bracknel family, revealing sharp contrasts between parental…
Level C1HistoricalThe Boys' and Girls' Plutarch: Being Parts of the "Lives" of Plutarch, Edited for Boys and GirlsJourney alongside Theseus, son of Aegeus, as he lifts a hidden sword and shoes, setting out through perilous lands rife with robbers and warriors, destined to fulfill his legendary…
Level B2Children'sThe Boys' Life of Mark TwainFollow the humble beginnings of a boy growing up in the early 19th century American frontier, whose adventurous spirit and vivid imagination set him on a path to becoming a beloved…
Level B2MysteryThe Boys of the Wireless; Or, A Stirring Rescue from the DeepInventive Tom Barnes experiments with wireless telegraphy in his small town, but when crucial equipment goes missing, he and his friends must unravel the mystery and prove their sk…
Level C1HistoricalThe Boys of Old Monmouth: A Story of Washington's Campaign in New Jersey in 1778Amid the lush landscapes of Old Monmouth, New Jersey, witness the fierce struggles and steadfast courage of its patriots during Washington's 1778 campaign.
Level C1AdventureThe Boys of Grand Pré School: IllustratedA group of adventurous boys uncover hidden treasures, face mysterious sounds, and navigate thrilling challenges in the wilderness and historic sites, blending friendship and courag…
Level B2AdventureThe Boys of Crawford's Basin: The Story of a Mountain Ranch in the Early Days of ColoradoIn the rugged Colorado mountains of the 1870s, two hardworking young ranchers face off against Big Reuben, a notorious grizzly bear terrorizing their community.
Level B2AdventureThe Boys of Bellwood School; Or, Frank Jordan's TriumphTrapped under the watchful eye of a harsh aunt and longing for freedom, Frank Jordan’s world shifts when he witnesses a tense standoff between a runaway boy and a menacing relative…
Level C1RomanceThe Boy's King Arthur: Sir Thomas Malory's History of King Arthur and His Knights of the Round TableA young boy raised as a nobleman's ward unknowingly fulfills a divine prophecy by drawing a magical sword from stone, revealing himself as the rightful king of England and setting…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy's Book of the SeaExplore the dramatic evolution of naval warfare from wooden ships to steel battleships, tracing iconic confrontations like Trafalgar and World War I’s North Sea battles.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy's Book of HeroesA rebellious Anglo-Saxon youth named Hereward is outlawed and embarks on thrilling adventures across medieval England and beyond.
Level C1AdventureThe Boy who sailed with BlakeThree young friends in a quiet coastal town find themselves drawn into the turbulent struggle for civil and religious liberty during England’s Civil War, inspired by the steadfast…
Level B2ClassicsThe Boy in the BushA young Englishman arrives in the wild promise of colonial Australia, carrying only a letter, a saddle, and vague dreams of freedom.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy in the BushA fearless fourteen-year-old boy defies a notorious bushranger's threats to seize their prized mare, defending his family's remote Australian station in a wild land where lawlessne…
Level B1MysteryThe Boy from the Ranch; Or, Roy Bradner's City ExperiencesA skilled young cowboy from a Colorado ranch faces the challenges of a cattle roundup, confronting lazy helpers and the harsh realities of ranch life.
Level B2Children'sThe Boy from Hollow Hut: A Story of the Kentucky MountainsA mountain boy’s quiet life shifts when strangers from the city arrive, bringing new wonders and unfamiliar ways to the Kentucky wilderness.
Level B2Children'sThe Boy from Green Ginger LandThree orphaned siblings face an uncertain future under the care of their distant, worldly aunt while clinging to their loyal dog and imaginative games that bring adventure to their…
Level C1AdventureThe Boy and the BaronIn a lawless medieval land where knights have turned to robbers, children playing near a castle glimpse a mysterious armored rider bearing an unusual burden—sparking wonder and fea…
Level B1FantasyThe Boy Volunteers with the Submarine FleetTwo American boys embark on a thrilling voyage aboard a submarine during wartime, facing torpedo attacks and the perils of the underwater battlefield.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Volunteers with the French AirmenAmid the chaos of war-torn Belgium, two determined boys navigate battles, capture, and escape as they dream of joining the daring French airmen.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Volunteers with the British ArtilleryTwo American boys, brave and resolute, navigate the harrowing battlefronts of World War I—from daring escapes in Belgium to thrilling flights over Verdun—before joining the British…
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Volunteers on the Belgian FrontTwo American boys caught in the chaos of war speed toward the Belgian frontier, pursued by enemy forces.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Travellers on the Congo: Adventures of Two Youths in a Journey with Henry M. Stanley "Through the Dark Continent"Two adventurous youths join the legendary explorer Henry M.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Travellers in The Russian Empire: Adventures of Two Youths in a Journey in European and Asiatic Russia, with Accounts of a Tour across Siberia, Voyages on the Amoor, Volga, and Other Rivers, a Visit to Central Asia, Travels among the Exiles, and a Historical Sketch of the Empire from Its Foundation to the Present TimeTwo youths embark on an extraordinary journey through the vast Russian Empire, exploring Siberia, Central Asia, and the majestic rivers that shape this diverse land, uncovering its…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy TrapperIn the aftermath of war, a family struggles with lost fortunes and buried secrets when a hidden barrel of gold sparks hope and conflict.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Traders; Or, The Sportsman's Club Among the BoersCaught in the path of a fierce cyclone near the Sandwich Islands, a young sailor must navigate treacherous seas and prove his mettle amid storms and adventure.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy TarA seasoned mariner returns to his quiet seaside village after decades at sea, sharing thrilling tales of adventure and peril with local boys who eagerly gather to hear his stories.
Level B2HistoricalThe Boy Spies with the Regulators: The Story of How the Boys Assisted the Carolina Patriots to Drive the British from That StateIn colonial North Carolina, teenage boys join the Regulators to challenge corrupt officials and oppressive taxes as tensions rise before the American Revolution.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Spies of Philadelphia: The Story of How the Young Spies Helped the Continental Army at Valley ForgeThree young boys in British-occupied Philadelphia navigate danger and duty as they secretly gather intelligence to aid the Continental Army, witnessing the stark contrasts of war a…
Level C1AdventureThe Boy SlavesStranded on the treacherous shores of the African coast, shipwrecked sailors confront a harsh wilderness where survival means navigating both deadly deserts and ruthless slave trad…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Settlers: A Story of Early Times in KansasThree boys and two men leave Illinois to settle the untamed Kansas frontier, inspired by tales of Indian wars and early pioneers.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts' badge of courageFour Boy Scouts journey to a remote Adirondack farm where dynamite clears the land and a secret fur farm thrives.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts' VictoryThree boys at a military school face the call of home amid global turmoil—one rushes to join the fight in England, another grapples with family duty in Greece, and the third longs…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts' First Camp Fire; or, Scouting with the Silver Fox PatrolA spirited troop of Boy Scouts embarks on their first multi-day hike, navigating dusty roads, hidden springs, and the challenges of scouting life.
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts with the Red CrossAmid a fierce strike and violent clashes at a cement plant, a group of determined Boy Scouts steps up to provide crucial first aid to wounded workers, risking danger to bring hope…
Level B2MysteryThe Boy Scouts with the Motion Picture PlayersFive adventurous Boy Scouts embark on a weekend hike to the eerie Randall’s Folly, a haunted castle shrouded in mystery.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts to the RescueTrapped in a shell crater near enemy lines, a young scout fights to save a wounded lieutenant amidst the relentless horrors of war.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts on the YukonA group of adventurous Boy Scouts embark on a thrilling journey through the breathtaking Inside Passage, heading toward the wild Yukon and Klondike.
Level B1AdventureThe Boy Scouts on the Trail; or, Scouting through the Big Game CountryA troop of Boy Scouts embarks on a thrilling expedition into Maine’s big game country, combining daring scouting skills with a vital mission to deliver a message to a distant hunte…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts on the TrailTwo boys, one French and one American-French, plan an adventurous holiday joining the Boy Scouts in France, forging friendship amid hopes and tensions of a looming war.
Level B1MysteryThe Boy Scouts on the Roll of HonorJoin the Oakvale Troop of Boy Scouts as they embark on thrilling adventures, from daring rescues to community service, all while proving their courage, skill, and friendship in the…
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts on the RangeThree adventurous Boy Scouts arrive in the sun-baked desert town of Mesaville, Arizona, ready to explore a remote cattle ranch.
Level B2AdventureThe Boy Scouts on a SubmarineWhen a young inventor creates a non-lethal sleeping gas grenade, it promises to change the battlefield forever.
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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