The Nose
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Major Kovalyov wakes up to find his nose missing from his face. The bewildered official embarks on a surreal quest through St. Petersburg to find his errant nose, which has taken on a life of its own and achieved a higher rank than he. Gogol's absurdist humor and descriptive style provide intermediate to advanced learners with engaging content and opportunities to practice understanding complex social satire.
Learn English with The Nose
- Suits learners around level B2: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
- 1,891 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 Nose in English for free?
Yes. The first chapters of The Nose 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.
