The Wonder-Working Magician
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The Wonder-Working Magician is a play by Calderón de la Barca, based on the legend of Saint Cyprian and Saint Justina. It tells of Cyprian, a pagan magician who falls in love with Justina, a Christian woman. His attempts to win her through magic lead to a confrontation with the devil and eventual conversion. The play combines romance, theology, and dramatic conflict, offering learners a rich text with varied vocabulary and dialogue.
Learn English with The Wonder-Working Magician
- Suits learners around level C1: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
- 942 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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- 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 Wonder-Working Magician in English for free?
Yes. The first chapters of The Wonder-Working Magician 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 C1. 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.
