Sherlock Holmes English story for B1 learners, with audio and translation
One of Sherlock Holmes’ best mysteries, retold in short sentences for B1. Read and listen to each chapter, new words go into your daily challenge, and you finish by discussing the mystery with Nova.
How this book works in Zabanova
- 1Read and listen
Nova reads the text in a natural voice; slow it down or show the Persian translation.
- 2Tap a word
Meaning, pronunciation and an example with one tap; words go into your daily challenge.
- 3Practise
A few short questions after each lesson, with instant correction.
- 4Talk with Nova
At the end of each lesson Nova asks you about the topic (Plus).
What you’ll learn
- Fluent reading with short sentences
- Natural pronunciation in Nova’s voice
- Story words in your daily challenge
- Talking about the mystery with Nova
Sample from chapter 1
Mr Jabez Wilson was a with a small shop in London. One morning his young showed him a strange in the newspaper. “There is a in the League of Red-Headed Men,” it said. “The are four pounds a week for very easy work.”
Chapters
- 1Mr Wilson and the strange advertisementFree
- 2The Red-Headed LeaguePlus
- 3A strange job at the officePlus
- 4The League is closed!Plus
- 5Holmes thinksPlus
- 6The suspicious assistantPlus
- 7A night in the bank cellarPlus
- 8The mystery solvedPlus
About this book
Do I need a copy of Sherlock Holmes: The Red-Headed League?
No. This book is written by the Zabanova team and lives entirely in the app.
What level is Sherlock Holmes: The Red-Headed League for?
Around B1. Not sure of your level? Take Zabanova’s free level test.
Is it free?
The first chapter is free, and all 8 chapters unlock with Plus.
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