Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories
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This anthology collects some of the finest mystery and detective stories from around the world, featuring tales by Edgar Allan Poe, Arthur Conan Doyle, and others. Each story presents a puzzle to be solved, often involving clever deductions and surprising twists. The variety of authors and styles offers a rich sampling of the genre. For learners, the short, self-contained narratives provide manageable reading units with engaging plots.
Learn English with Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories
- Suits learners around level B2: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
- 9,864 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 Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories in English for free?
Yes. The first chapters of Library of the World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories 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 B2. 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.
