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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 C1ClassicsTo-morrowIn the quiet seaport of Colebrook, a solitary captain clings to hope, waiting for his lost son’s return while navigating tense neighbors and whispered rumors.
Level C1AdventureTo the lightsA weathered sea captain faces the challenge of starting over after a failed venture, determined to return to traditional sailing and secure a better future for his family amid the…
Level C1RomanceTo the Last ManIn the rugged wilderness of the Arizona frontier, a deadly feud between cattlemen and sheepmen unfolds, revealing the fierce struggles and untamed spirit of pioneer life.
Level C1AdventureTo the Front: A Sequel to Cadet DaysGraduating from West Point amid cheers, Cadet Captain "Geordie" Graham faces the challenges of military life and family legacy, where honor and grit stand against the lure of wealt…
Level B2PoetryTo Your Dog and to My DogCelebrate the unique bond between humans and their dogs through heartfelt poetry that honors loyalty, companionship, and shared adventures across nature’s landscapes.
Level B2MysteryTo Win the Love He Sought: The Great Awakening: Volume 3Under the vibrant Sicilian twilight, an English gentleman and a mysterious Sicilian meet by chance in Palermo’s lively promenade, setting the stage for intrigue, hidden motives, an…
Level B2AdventureTo Win or to Die: A Tale of the Klondike Gold CrazeA lone adventurer braves the brutal winter wilderness, hauling his sledge through treacherous mountains in search of the Klondike’s elusive gold.
Level C1FantasyTo Whom This May Come: 1898Shipwrecked on a strange island, a lone survivor encounters a white, highly civilized race who cannot speak but understand perfectly—leading to baffling, humorous attempts at commu…
Level B2AdventureTo The WestA young clerk haunted by loss and hardship faces a grim future in London’s unforgiving cityscape, while mysterious visitors stir memories and hopes of escape.
Level C1ClassicsTo Tell You the TruthA gifted pianist escapes her stifling provincial life to pursue glory in Paris, facing relentless struggles for recognition, support, and survival in the dazzling yet indifferent w…
Level B2FantasyTo Sup With the DevilTwo friends share wine and dark secrets as one reveals an unexpected meeting with the Devil, who offers a chilling invitation—if only a deadly favor is done first.
Level C1Science FictionTo Mars via the Moon: An Astronomical StoryJourney through space as a daring voyage to Mars unfolds via the Moon, blending scientific facts with imaginative storytelling to explore the unknown.
Level B2RomanceTo LoveA young woman embraces independence in London, wrestling with love, desire, and her radical beliefs about marriage and free love, while caught in the complex charm of a self-indulg…
Level C1ClassicsTo London TownIn the fading light of an August afternoon, a determined old man and his spirited crippled granddaughter explore the wild heaths and woods near London, their journey intertwined wi…
Level C1ClassicsTo LetIn post-War London, Soames Forsyte navigates the shifting tides of family, fortune, and societal change, wrestling with old passions and new anxieties as he confronts a world forev…
Level C1ClassicsTo LeewardIn a Rome divided by ancient customs and modern ambitions, Marcantonio Carantoni faces a dilemma when love and family loyalty collide.
Level B2ClassicsTo Him That Hath: A Tale of the West of TodayIn the heat of a spirited tennis match, national pride and personal rivalries collide among a lively group of young Canadians and English rivals, setting the stage for a tale of co…
Level C1RomanceTo Him That HathA devoted friend’s sudden death thrusts David Aldrich into the heart of St.
Level C1AdventureTo Herat and Cabul: A Story of the First Afghan WarA young clerk embarks on a perilous mission to counter Persian and Russian ambitions in Afghanistan during the tense buildup to the First Afghan War.
Level C1AdventureTo Have and to HoldIn the tense Virginia wilderness of 1621, a wary settler navigates uneasy truces and hidden threats among the native tribes, while mysterious omens and restless spirits foreshadow…
Level C1MysteryTo Be Read at DuskFive couriers gather atop a remote Swiss mountain, sharing eerie tales that blur reality and the supernatural—starting with a mysterious English bride’s wedding trip to a gloomy Ri…
Level B2AdventureTo Alaska for Gold; Or, The Fortune Hunters of the YukonTwo determined Maine brothers, orphaned and struggling after a lumber company's collapse, embark on a daring journey to Alaska’s Klondike goldfields, facing grueling wilderness and…
Level C1ClassicsTiverton TalesIn the tranquil town of Tiverton, everyday life unfolds in the intimate spaces of dooryards, where family history, simple joys, and the rhythms of nature weave together in a heartf…
Level C2HistoricalTitus AndronicusPower struggles erupt in Rome as Titus Andronicus, a war hero burdened by loss, returns home to claim his rightful honor amid fierce rivalries and shifting allegiances that threate…
Level C1RomanceTitan: A Romance. v. 2 (of 2)Amid grand festivities masking political tension, a young prince grapples with his role as a figurehead in a marriage that symbolizes state power rather than personal union, while…
Level C1ClassicsTitan: A Romance. v. 1 (of 2)In a world torn between soaring ambition and moral collapse, a noble man struggles to uphold truth and justice amid the ruinous excesses of his age.
Level B2ClassicsTirzah Ann's summer trip, and other sketchesTirzah Ann yearns for a genteel summer escape, but true rest and change prove elusive when the burdens of the heart and soul travel relentlessly alongside.
Level C1AdventureTippoo Sultaun: A tale of the Mysore warAmidst the scorching heat and treacherous, muddy roads of 1788 India, a weary yet regal leader and his loyal band traverse hostile plains, their survival and honor hanging on every…
Level B2Children'sTip Lewis and His LampIn a lively Sabbath school, a shy young teacher takes on a mischievous class of ragged boys with no lessons and wild spirits.
Level C1ClassicsTioba, and Other TalesIn a quiet valley shadowed by the fractured mountain Tioba, a mysterious man named Jim Hawks stirs unrest among simple folk and ancient landslides.
Level B2ClassicsTiny LuttrellA young manager awaits the arrival of the station owner and his family, fearing his trial at the remote Wallandoon station may be at an end.
Level C1ClassicsTinmanAn introspective young artist with a decent fortune confronts the harsh realities of life and a mysterious guardian's influence, as fate begins to unravel his dreams and shape a tu…
Level B1AdventureTinkle, the Trick Pony: His Many AdventuresA curious little pony named Tinkle dreams of escaping his quiet meadow to explore the bustling city and experience thrilling adventures like the fire engine stories told by older h…
Level B2FantasyTing-a-lingIn an enchanted Eastern kingdom, a sheltered princess encounters a mysterious, dignified stranger while out walking—sparking a thrilling adventure filled with danger, unexpected br…
Level C1ClassicsTin-types taken in the streets of New YorkStep into the bustling streets of New York as Mr.
Level C1AdventureTimothy's Quest: A Story for Anybody, Young or Old, Who Cares to Read ItIn the bleak confines of Minerva Court, a harsh world of poverty and despair, a young boy named Timothy embarks on a quest for love and belonging amid the shadows of hardship and l…
Level C1MysteryTimothy Crump's Ward: A Story of American LifeIn the harsh winter of 1836, Timothy Crump, a struggling cooper, faces the crushing weight of poverty and family tensions in a humble New York tenement, where hope is scarce and ev…
Level C2ClassicsTimon of AthensA generous Athenian lord lavishes his wealth on sycophantic visitors, unaware of the betrayal and isolation that await him when fortune turns.
Level B2AdventureTimmy WhoofA curious cinnamon bear cub named Timmy explores the vast plains and faces the dangers of wolves and coyotes under the watchful eye of his protective mother.
Level B2Children'sTimid LucyTimid Lucy faces her fears in a quiet village where even the moonlit orchard seems mysterious.
Level C1ClassicsTime's Portraiture: (From: "The Doliver Romance and Other Pieces: Tales and Sketches")A whimsical carrier reflects on the ever-changing, fashion-forward Father Time, revealing his surprising presence amid the bustling streets and social scenes, rather than in old ru…
Level C2PoetryTime's Laughingstocks, and Other VersesHaunted by memories of lost love, a war-worn stranger retraces a lonely countryside path, where ancient barrows and timeless stones whisper of past vows and enduring grief beneath…
Level C1ClassicsTime in the Play of HamletExplore the intricate timeline of Hamlet’s tragedy, as conflicting interpretations of time’s passage are unraveled through detailed scene analysis and intervals, revealing Shakespe…
Level C1ClassicsTime and ChangeExplore the vast journey of evolution through the lens of geology and natural history, tracing humanity's origins from ancient seas to modern complexity while grappling with the pr…
Level B2Science FictionTime PaymentA notorious racketeer fleeing the law seizes a chance to escape extradition by traveling twenty years into the future—using a mysterious device that suspends awareness and challeng…
Level B2Science FictionTime Enough at LastIn a world shattered by catastrophe, bespectacled Henry Bemis finally finds the time and solitude to pursue his lifelong dream: to read a book uninterrupted.
Level B2AdventureTimber-WolfIn the remote settlement of Big Pine, a violent scuffle uncovers raw gold, igniting fierce rivalries and testing loyalties in the rugged southwestern wilderness.
Level C1PhilosophyTimaeusExplore the ancient philosopher’s quest to unify sense and reason, tracing the cosmos from the heavens to human nature through mystical geometry and mythology, revealing a world wh…
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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