North and South
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Margaret Hale, a young woman from the rural South of England, is forced to move to the industrial Northern town of Milton when her father leaves the clergy. She struggles to adapt to the harsh, smoky environment and the stark class divisions between the wealthy mill owners and the working class. Her encounters with John Thornton, a proud and ambitious mill owner, are marked by initial prejudice and misunderstanding, leading to complex social and personal entanglements. The novel's clear prose and focus on social interactions provide excellent practice in understanding nuanced dialogue and descriptive language for English learners.
Learn English with North and South
- Suits learners around level B2: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
- 10,521 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 North and South in English for free?
Yes. The first chapters of North and South 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.
