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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 Wheel O' FortuneAmid London's restless streets, a young, well-born athlete confronts the harsh reality of unemployment and social unrest, his fate intertwined with the fierce struggles of the city…
Level C1RomanceThe Wheat PrincessIn a picturesque but impoverished Italian village crowned by ancient ruins, a noble family's haunting past and fading glory set the stage for a stirring tale of love, legacy, and t…
Level C1RomanceThe Wharf by the Docks: A NovelIn the tranquil English countryside, a retired London merchant grapples with family tensions and forbidden romances, while mysterious troubles loom over his daughter’s broken engag…
Level C1AdventureThe Westminster AliceStep into a whimsical political satire where Alice encounters peculiar creatures like the Ineptitude, a harmless yet baffling figure entangled in the tangled workings of government…
Level C1AdventureThe WesternersA restless young man stranded in a lawless frontier town waits out a stalled gold rush, surrounded by desperate settlers, rugged scouts, and looming threats from hostile Sioux trib…
Level C1HistoricalThe WestcotesIn 1810, the Westcotes of Bayfield embody the steadfast English country gentry, balancing tradition, charity, and local influence amid social challenges.
Level C1HistoricalThe Wept of Wish-Ton-WishAmid the volatile clash between Native American tribes and European settlers, this tale unfolds the early struggles and noble heroism that shaped New England’s history, revealing a…
Level C1HorrorThe WendigoIn the remote Canadian wilderness, a hunting party struggles with elusive moose and eerie silence, while hidden tensions and ancient superstitions stir beneath the surface.
Level C1ClassicsThe Wellfields: A novel. Vol. 3 of 3Struggling with financial ruin and moral dilemmas, Jerome Wellfield faces a crossroads when a surprising job offer challenges his wavering honor and desperate circumstances.
Level B2RomanceThe Wellfields: A novel. Vol. 2 of 3In a grand Abbey, Nita Bolton navigates family expectations and social intrigues, while Jerome finds himself drawn into their world of delicate secrets and cautious alliances.
Level C1HistoricalThe Wellfields: A novel. Vol. 1 of 3Amid the wild beauty of a Saxon valley, ancient religious power shifts as monasteries rise and fall, and noble families wrestle with faith and allegiance.
Level C1MysteryThe Well: The Lady of the Barge and Others, Part 4.In a stately country house, two cousins confront a brewing conflict as one threatens to sell compromising letters to ruin the other's love and reputation—forcing a tense game of lo…
Level C1ClassicsThe Well-Beloved: A Sketch of a TemperamentIn a remote English peninsula steeped in ancient customs, a young man returns after years away, confronting the island’s timeless landscape and its curious inhabitants as he embark…
Level C1ClassicsThe Well of the Saints: A Comedy in Three ActsTwo blind beggars navigate harsh judgments and whispered rumors in a rural Irish village, yearning to see themselves as others do and confront the bitter truths of sight and percep…
Level C1PhilosophyThe Well of Saint ClareIn the twilight streets of Siena, a contemplative friar wrestles with faith, reason, and the nature of good and evil, revealing a world where ancient beliefs and revolutionary idea…
Level C1HistoricalThe Well in the Desert: An Old Legend of the House of ArundelIn a grand medieval castle by the Sussex coast, a veiled lady clings to a child as she faces a bitter farewell, while a noble procession prepares to unveil secrets in the Lady’s ne…
Level C1FantasyThe Well at the World's End: A TaleFour young princes chafe under their small kingdom’s limits and set out on a journey beyond the familiar woods and meadows of Upmeads.
Level C1RomanceThe Weird of the Wentworths: A Tale of George IV's Time, Vol. 2A condemned man faces a desperate choice: escape his prison and lose his beloved Ellen forever, or embrace certain death to see her once more.
Level C1HistoricalThe Weird of the Wentworths: A Tale of George IV's Time, Vol. 1A powerful family curse dooms each generation of the noble Wentworths to tragic, premature deaths amid the turbulent times of Cromwell’s England.
Level C1RomanceThe Weird Sisters: A Romance. Volume 3 (of 3)Haunted by mysterious visions and battling his own troubled mind, Henry grapples with isolation, secrets, and the possibility of a second marriage, all while seeking solace in the…
Level C1RomanceThe Weird Sisters: A Romance. Volume 2 (of 3)Haunted by guilt and loss, a man wrestles with his past as he faces the impending fate of Sir Alexander and the uncertain future of a young heiress thrown from her ancestral home.
Level C1RomanceThe Weird Sisters: A Romance. Volume 1 (of 3)In the quiet city of Daneford, Wat Grey, a wealthy and influential banker mourning his late wife, navigates society’s expectations and the subtle intrigues of power, all while harb…
Level C1MysteryThe Weird PictureTorn by unrequited love, a man returns from Heidelberg to England to witness his brother’s wedding to the woman he adores, clinging to a fragile hope that fate may still intervene…
Level C1ClassicsThe Weird Orient: Nine Mystic TalesStep into the mystical heart of the East with nine captivating tales drawn from centuries-old legends and the vibrant life of Tetuan, Morocco.
Level C1FantasyThe Weird Adventures of Professor Delapine of the SorbonneA renowned professor invites you into a world where spiritualism is real, revealing astonishing phenomena like telepathy, hypnotism, and objects moving without touch.
Level B2RomanceThe Weight of the CrownDismissed under scandalous accusations while struggling to support her delicate sister, Jessie Harcourt faces a desperate fight to reclaim her dignity and uncover the truth behind…
Level B2Children'sThe Wee Scotch PiperIn the Scottish village of Aberfoyle, young shepherd Alan Craig and his loyal sheepdog Roy tend a lively flock amidst rolling hills and bluebells, where the echoes of bagpipes and…
Level C1AdventureThe Wedge of GoldIn a world forged by the power of precious metals, two determined men venture into the desert's depths, chasing hidden treasures that could unlock unimaginable wealth and transform…
Level C1ClassicsThe Wedding Guest: A Friend of the Bride and BridegroomExplore the delicate dance of marriage, where love’s initial glow confronts the true test of character, wisdom, and patience as two souls learn to grow together beyond youthful pas…
Level C1RomanceThe Web of the Golden SpiderA theological student, suddenly penniless and adrift in Boston, wanders the rain-soaked streets searching for hope and connection.
Level B2ClassicsThe Web of TimeA devoted wife waits anxiously for her husband, whose descent into addiction threatens to unravel their once-happy family life amid the turmoil of labor strikes and hardship.
Level C1ClassicsThe Web of LifeIn a tense hospital room, a young surgeon confronts a mysterious patient’s fate amid the chaotic night at St.
Level C1HistoricalThe Weavers: a tale of England and Egypt of fifty years ago - CompleteAmid the political intrigue of 19th-century England and Egypt, a determined man strives to uphold truth, justice, and civilization in a world on the brink of upheaval, weaving a ri…
Level B2AdventureThe Weathercock: Being the Adventures of a Boy with a BiasA quick-witted boy known as Vane navigates school rivalries and countryside adventures amid the golden hues of autumn in the Southwolds.
Level B2MysteryThe Weapons of MysteryA young bachelor and newly wealthy writer receives an unexpected invitation to spend Christmas at a remote Yorkshire estate, promising skating, hunting, and festive camaraderie—but…
Level C1Children'sThe Weans at RowallanIn a rainy village, children plot to scare Mrs.
Level C1ClassicsThe Ways of MenDiscover the humble origins of "Uncle Sam," a symbol born from a kindly inspector of provisions whose integrity and patriotism shaped the identity of a nation on the brink of a new…
Level C1ClassicsThe Ways of Life: Two StoriesAs the tide of life recedes, a poignant revelation dawns: success fades, dreams dissolve, and the future once imagined slips away.
Level C1ClassicsThe WayfarersIn the tired crowd of evening commuters, individuality and hidden stories emerge, revealing the quiet struggles and deep loves that define their lives.
Level C1AdventureThe WayfarersA reckless nobleman, ruined by debts and a deadly duel, faces his final day of freedom with defiant resolve.
Level B2ClassicsThe Way to PeaceA restless woman and her scholarly husband embark on a strenuous morning climb, seeking a view that promises something beyond the ordinary.
Level C1ClassicsThe Way of the WorldIn a society where wit is both weapon and mask, characters navigate the delicate dance of false cleverness and genuine folly.
Level B2ClassicsThe Way of the WindA young woman leaves her peaceful Kentucky hometown, braving the fears of storms and the unknown, to follow her husband's dream of fortune in the restless, wind-swept West.
Level C1ClassicsThe Way of the GodsA writer debates with a whimsical bronze god over the art of storytelling, the use of dashes, and the delicate balance between clarity and reader imagination, revealing the challen…
Level C1HistoricalThe Way of an IndianA young warrior named White Otter wrestles with fear and honor as he contemplates joining a perilous war party.
Level C1AdventureThe Way of an EagleAmidst a desperate siege on rugged mountain ridges, a weary Brigadier entrusts a critical mission to a small band of soldiers facing dwindling hope and looming defeat.
Level C1RomanceThe Way of a ManA strong, confident man recalls the charged moment he kissed the proud and high-bred Grace Sheraton, his neighbor with a guarded heart and a complicated past between their families…
Level B2Science FictionThe Way of DecisionIn a near-future suburban landscape, clan leader Tom Vord faces a critical decision: accept Marcia, the daughter of a skeptical industrialist, into their clan to secure a vital con…
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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