Macmillan Readers Intermediate Old Curiosity Shop The Digital Reader with Resources

A gripping tale by Charles Dickens, retold by Helen Holwill. Set in a run-down part of London, Nell and her grandfather live in The Old Curiosity Shop, surrounded by a mix of criminals and honest folks. In their fight against dire poverty and loneliness, they must protect themselves from the cunning moneylender Mr. Quilp, unraveling themes of greed, social injustice, and the human condition.

About this book

• Word count: 19,066
• CEFR level: B1-B2
• Lexile measure: 780L
• Genre: Family drama/Sentimental literature
• Themes: Greed, Social Injustice, Poverty

Additional content inside the Reader:

• Notes on the story
• Comprehension questions for better understanding
• Glossary and exercises on grammar and vocabulary

Enhanced Resources Available on the MEE App:

• eBook with Integrated Audio and Text Highlight:  concurrent reading and listening has proven benefits to language learning, improving reading speed and fluency
• Audiobook: dramatic readings to bring stories to life while building listening skills
• Additional Activities: engage critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of narrative and language