Fighting for fortune, Roy Franklin

Fighting for fortune

Roy Franklin

Level
A2
Words
51,029
Chapters
37
First published
1910
Reading time
about 6 hours
Translation
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A rags-to-riches story about a young man who rises from poverty to wealth through determination and luck. The novel's straightforward narrative and conversational tone make it suitable for intermediate learners.

Learn English with Fighting for fortune

  • Suits learners around level A2: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
  • 5,184 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.

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  1. Open the book: no installation, it reads in the browser on any device.
  2. Read a sentence in English. Its translation sits right under it, so you never lose the thread.
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Questions about this book

Can I read Fighting for fortune in English for free?

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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.