It’s also a story about growing up, full of action and adventure. “Treasure Island” is the story of a boy who sails on a ship searching for treasure, but instead finds himself surrounded by terrible pirates. Treasure Island by Robert Louis StevensonĮverything you know about pirates probably came from this one book: wooden legs, parrots on the shoulder and treasure maps. The secret garden helps her make a friend, and thanks to the love of their friendship she learns to be a better person. One day while exploring outside the home, she discovers a secret: a locked garden. Mary Lennox is a spoiled and rude little girl sent by her parents to live at her uncle’s huge home. “The Secret Garden” is a touching story about the power of friendship. The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett In this mystery novel, the guests in a man’s home become detectives as they try to find a killer-who is one of them! 3. Milne is best remembered for creating the fluffy, yellow teddy bear.īut before he became a famous children’s book author Milne wrote a few adult fiction books. Milneĭoes the name Winnie the Pooh sound familiar? Author A.A. He then travels the world to help animals with his unique ability to speak their language. He loves them so much that when his many pets scare away his human patients, he learns how to talk to animals and becomes a veterinarian instead. The Story of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Loftingĭoctor Dolittle loves animals. (Download) 20 Classic Books Now Available as Free English E-books 1. This blog post is available as a convenient and portable PDF that youĬlick here to get a copy.

Why Classic Books Are Perfect for English Learners.

17. The Innocence of Father Brown by G.K.

16. Tarzan of the Apes by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

13. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain.

12. The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexander Dumas.11. The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde.10. The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane.9. The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle.4. Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson.3. The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett.The Story of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting 20 Classic Books Now Available as Free English E-books.In this list, you’ll discover 20 classic English books that are perfect for intermediate learners, now available in e-book format. Plus, you’ll learn stories which are very important to culture in the English-speaking world. In classic English literature, the language is so powerful that you’ll remember words, phrases and grammar long after you’ve finished the book.

Reading lets you explore a whole new world. Febru20 Free English E-books (PDF) That’ll Give You a Taste of Classic English Literature

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