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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 B1Children'sRound the year in Pudding LaneIn snowy Pudding Lane, children eagerly await the first snowfall to play and build a grand snowman, while shy newcomer Polly Flinders watches longingly from indoors, feeling lonely…
Level C1AdventureRound the World in Eighty DaysA meticulous and enigmatic English gentleman wagers that he can circumnavigate the globe in just eighty days, setting off on a thrilling race against time filled with unexpected ch…
Level B2ClassicsRound the SofaA young girl sent to Edinburgh for health treatment faces the harsh realities of poverty and loneliness in a dreary lodging, where every comfort is measured against the strict econ…
Level C1ClassicsRound the Red Lamp: Being Facts and Fancies of Medical LifeStep into the world of a seasoned country doctor whose rugged exterior hides a deep compassion, as he confronts the harsh realities and enduring challenges of 19th-century medical…
Level C1AdventureRound the Galley FireStranded in a becalmed sea near the equator, a grand Australian passenger ship transforms into a floating ballroom for a lively dance celebrating a young debutante’s birthday.
Level C1MysteryRound the Fire StoriesDive into a chilling collection where the grotesque and mysterious unfold by the fireside, centered around Lionel Dacre's eerie Parisian house filled with occult lore and dark expe…
Level C1ClassicsRound the Corner: Being the Life and Death of Francis Christopher Folyat, Bachelor of Divinity, and Father of a Large FamilyIn a world where gentle birth dictates a man's path, Francis Christopher Folyat must navigate the weight of family legacy, dwindling fortunes, and societal expectations as he seeks…
Level C1ClassicsRound the Block: An American NovelA vibrant city block reveals stark contrasts between wealthy, secluded brownstone mansions and bustling, modest brick shops teeming with life.
Level B2RomanceRound Anvil Rock: A RomanceIn the shadow of ancient cottonwoods along the wide, peaceful river bends of 1811 Kentucky, a tender romance unfolds amid the whispers of the wilderness and the echoes of vanished…
Level C1ClassicsRound About a Great EstateIn the quiet expanse surrounding a grand estate, old Hilary Luckett holds deep ties to the land and its traditions, blending rural independence with intimate knowledge of game and…
Level B2Children'sRoumanian Fairy TalesA childless couple’s sorrow turns to chaos when a mysterious blessing grants them a hundred mischievous children overnight, plunging their humble home into joyful pandemonium and c…
Level B2Children'sRough and Ready; Or, Life Among the New York NewsboysIn the bustling streets of New York, a resourceful newsboy known as Rough and Ready navigates the challenges of city life with honesty and sharp wit, offering a vivid glimpse into…
Level B1Children'sRosyA spirited little girl named Rosy wrestles with feelings of jealousy and frustration, finding comfort and companionship in her younger brother Fix, even as family dynamics and chil…
Level C1ClassicsRossmoyneIn the quiet estate of Rossmoyne, youthful Monica uncovers secrets that stir old rivalries and new romances, while love and mystery intertwine beneath the watchful eyes of a fading…
Level B2AdventureRoss Grant, TenderfootA young medical apprentice ventures into Wyoming’s rugged mining camps, where his skills are tested against harsh conditions and fierce legal battles over gold claims.
Level C1ClassicsRosmersholmIn a secluded Norwegian manor, the return of John Rosmer stirs old secrets and unsettled spirits, as Rebecca West and Mr.
Level B2Children'sRosin the BeauIn a bright kitchen by the Androscoggin River, a young boy recalls the gentle music and loving care of his French mother, whose beauty and kindness illuminate their humble village…
Level C1ClassicsRoses: Four One-Act Plays: Streaks of Light—The Last Visit—Margot—The Far-away PrincessIn a fading Rococo pavilion filled with roses and shadows, a passionate yet restless woman clings to fleeting moments of love and sunlight, while a nervous suitor struggles to bala…
Level B2ClassicsRosemary: A Christmas storyA wealthy young man visits the Riviera at Christmas, haunted by memories of a lost love and the dreams they once shared.
Level B2ClassicsRosemary in Search of a FatherA wealthy young man wanders the sunlit terraces of Monte Carlo, haunted by a lost love he once dreamed of sharing this perfect Riviera Christmas with.
Level B2PoetryRosemary and Rue, by AmberImmerse yourself in a poetic journey to a serene island where nature’s beauty and simple joys offer solace from life’s hardships, inviting readers to find peace in wild strawberrie…
Level C1ClassicsRose, Blanche, and Violet, Volume 3 (of 3)In a modest boarding house in 1841 London, artist Cecil struggles with idleness, fading inspiration, and the harsh gap between his grand visions and faltering execution, while his…
Level C1ClassicsRose, Blanche, and Violet, Volume 2 (of 3)Three sisters navigate love, jealousy, and secrets as Blanche wrestles with doubts about her fiancé Cecil’s true character, while Violet warns her against a future with a man both…
Level C1ClassicsRose, Blanche, and Violet, Volume 1 (of 3)Three sisters navigate the challenges of love, character, and moral strength in a small town marked by heat and silence.
Level C1RomanceRose of the WorldIn the exotic heat of colonial India, Major Raymond Bethune, a loyal Englishman devoted to duty, encounters a spirited young English girl whose presence stirs a longing for home an…
Level B2RomanceRose of Old HarpethIn a charming rural setting, Rose Mary’s spirited hospitality and sharp wit meet Everett, an earnest man on a quest for oil in the Sweetbriar Valley.
Level B2ClassicsRose of Dutcher's CoollyA bright, imaginative girl named Rose navigates childhood marked by early loss and solitude, finding comfort in her vivid inner world and the quiet companionship of her father on t…
Level B1PoetryRose of AffectionPlayful verses capture the innocent joys and everyday wonders of childhood, from choosing toys to learning lessons.
Level B2RomanceRose o' the RiverA river-bound community stirs to life as Stephen Waterman, a true child of the Saco, embraces the river’s beauty and the promise of a new day—where nature’s charms mingle with the…
Level B2Children'sRose in Bloom: A Sequel to "Eight Cousins"Returning home after years abroad, Rose reunites with her cousins who have grown into men and women, sparking new dynamics and challenges as they navigate the shift from childhood…
Level C1ClassicsRose and RoseA young doctor forms an unexpected bond with Rose, a delicate child whose mother has died, while their artistic neighbor pursues beauty across distant lands.
Level C2PoetryRose and Roof-Tree — PoemsExplore verses that intertwine nature’s beauty and human emotion, where roses climb toward the sky and melodies of growth and love echo beneath the roof-tree.
Level C1HistoricalRose Mather: A taleAs the nation plunges into civil war, a small village unites under the Stars and Stripes, where families face heart-wrenching choices between duty and love.
Level C1ClassicsRose MacLeodIn a grand Georgian house blooming with spring, a spirited grandmother and her poised granddaughter navigate the tensions between past achievements and present expectations, as a m…
Level C1PoetryRose Leaf and Apple LeafExplore a passionate vision of art’s pure beauty, where sorrow and joy intertwine through exquisite poetry that celebrates form, color, and musicality beyond moral or metaphysical…
Level C1HistoricalRose D'Albret; or, Troublous Times.In a turbulent era where chivalry masks harsh realities, a young heiress struggles against the ruthless feudal system that binds her fate—and marriage—to the will of guardians and…
Level B2Children'sRose CottageIn a peaceful village, new neighbors arrive at Rose Cottage—a family facing quiet struggles, especially with young Molly, whose gentle spirit hides a unique challenge.
Level C1ClassicsRose ClarkA tender-hearted girl named Rose faces harsh judgment and cruelty in a charity school, where her dignity and past haunt her as she struggles against a world eager to define her by…
Level C1HistoricalRosamund, Queen of the Lombards: A TragedyIn the summer heat of 573 Verona, the Lombard king Albovine wrestles with doubts of love and loyalty as his queen, Rosamund, navigates court intrigues and forbidden desires, settin…
Level C1ClassicsRosamond, or, the Youthful Error: A Tale of Riverside; And Other StoriesA wealthy young man haunted by a painful past inherits Riverside, a grand estate, yet shuns society and wrestles with loneliness and lost love.
Level C2RomanceRosalynde; or, Euphues' Golden LegacyIn a pastoral setting where love and wit intertwine, a noble heroine navigates the trials of romance and loyalty.
Level B2MysteryRosalind at Red GateA mysterious telegram summons a stranger to a secluded house at Annandale, thrusting the narrator into a web of enigmatic troubles and unexpected duties.
Level C1ClassicsRosaleen among the artistsTears and chance encounters mark Rosaleen’s journey through the city, where a mysterious young man’s unexpected kindness sparks a fragile connection amidst her loneliness and uncer…
Level B2Children'sRosa's Quest: Or, The Way to the Beautiful LandIn a struggling tenement, young Rosa faces harsh words and heavy burdens as she tries to care for her ailing mother and navigate a world that seems determined to hold her back.
Level C1ClassicsRosa Mundi and Other StoriesA writer seeks solitude by the sea but finds unexpected company in a mysterious girl connected to the elusive dancer Rosa Mundi, whose secret presence stirs memories and intrigue b…
Level C1PhilosophyRosa AlchemicaA scholar haunted by alchemical mysteries seeks to transform the weariness of mortal life into immortal beauty, surrounded by symbols and artifacts that blur the line between art,…
Level C1ClassicsRopeTensions simmer as Henry returns home to the sharp disapproval of his Aunt Mirabelle, whose rigid views clash with his carefree ways.
Level C1MysteryRoom Number 3, and Other Detective StoriesIn a remote tavern shadowed by ancient woods, a young woman’s strange description of Room Number 3 clashes with chilling reality, drawing a deputy sheriff and coroner into a perple…
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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