The Hour of the Dragon
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Conan the Barbarian must save his kingdom from a sorcerer who has raised an ancient evil. The novel is a sword-and-sorcery adventure filled with battles and dark magic. The prose is vivid and action-packed, with a fast pace that keeps readers engaged and helps build reading stamina.
Learn English with The Hour of the Dragon
- Suits learners around level B1: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
- 7,613 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 The Hour of the Dragon in English for free?
Yes. The first chapters of The Hour of the Dragon 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 B1. 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.
