Classic / British English Becky Sharp, an intelligent young lady with no family or money, becomes a governess. But this type of life is not enough for her. She has big plans for herself. Is she clever enough to find success? Will she marry and be happy? Or will life be unkind to her?
The Ring - Penguin reader level 3The ring is a novel whose protagonist is Rafael. Rafael and his gold ring is a strange story of murder, mystery and love. Rafael is a poor fisherman, who has gone mad. Did he go mad for love of a girl, or because he saw or committed some terrible deed?
The ring (Penguin Reader level 3), with activities, answers and teacher's notes included
'The young soldier walked along, saying nothing. He looked around nervously. What's that noise? he asked himself. Is it gunfire? And is that smoke? ' This classic tale of the American Civil War follows the fortunes of a proud young soldier, Henry Fleming, who quickly learns that there is much more to war than adventure and bravery. Crane portrays the fear and suffering of ordinary soldiers. In this story they are not always heroes.
Penguin Readers - Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Mr Utterson is worried about Dr Jekyll. Why has the doctor made a friend of the frightening Mr Hyde ? Who is the evil little man ? Where did he come from?