
Usborne English Readers Level 3- Dracula
by Mairi Mackinnon
- Item SKU:
- 78789
- Author:
- Mairi Mackinnon
- Publisher:
- Usborne Publishing Ltd.
- Edition:
- 1st
- ISBN:
- 9781474958042
- EAN13:
- 9781474958042
Product Description
This adapted retelling of Bram Stoker's classic novel Dracula is part of the Usborne English Readers series at Level 3 (CEFR B1, Lexile 580L). Young lawyer Jonathan Harker travels to Transylvania to visit his mysterious client, Count Dracula, in his remote castle. The Count appears welcoming and friendly at first, but something seems quite wrong. As Jonathan explores the castle, he uncovers terrifying truths about his host and the eerie surroundings. The story builds suspense with supernatural elements, including the Count's unnatural habits and the dangers lurking within the castle walls. This edition features 1,200 headwords and 3,760 words total, making it suitable for intermediate English learners. It includes a word list at the back for vocabulary support, five pages of engaging activities to reinforce comprehension and language skills, and free online audio in both British and American English for listening practice. Illustrated by Matteo Pincelli, the paperback book spans 48 pages and is aimed at Key Stage 2 readers. The narrative captures the gothic horror and mystery of the original while simplifying the language for educational purposes, helping learners build confidence in reading classic literature.



