A farewell to arms
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Ernest Hemingway's 'A Farewell to Arms' is a powerful anti-war novel set during World War I. It tells the story of Frederic Henry, an American ambulance driver in the Italian army, and his passionate romance with Catherine Barkley, an English nurse. As the war intensifies and its brutality becomes undeniable, Frederic and Catherine seek refuge and love amidst the chaos, ultimately facing profound loss and disillusionment. The novel's famously sparse and direct prose, with its emphasis on short sentences and concrete imagery, is highly beneficial for learners aiming to improve their grasp of concise English expression.
Learn English with A farewell to arms
- Suits learners around level A2: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
- 5,173 distinct words, each one a tap away from your personal vocabulary list.
- Read in English, glance at the translation under any sentence you are unsure of, and listen to natural read-aloud voices to train your ear.
How it works
- Open the book: no installation, it reads in the browser on any device.
- Read a sentence in English. Its translation sits right under it, so you never lose the thread.
- Tap a word for its meaning and save it; listen to the chapter read aloud.
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Questions about this book
Can I read A farewell to arms in English for free?
Yes. The first chapters of A farewell to arms open without an account, with the translation, audio and dictionary included. A free account unlocks the rest of the book.
How much English do I need?
The text is estimated at level A2. Because every sentence has its translation underneath, lower levels can follow along too.
Is there audio?
Yes. Each chapter can be read aloud by a natural-sounding voice while the current sentence is highlighted.
