The Thorn Birds

The Thorn Birds. The book presents an adapted and condensed text in English. Level B2.

A famous family saga that became one of the best-selling books of its time. The novel depicts the lives of three generations of Irish settlers who settled in the Australian outback in search of a better life, spanning half a century: from 1915 to 1969. Tragic events unfold on the pages of the novel, which the reader experiences alongside the characters. Maggie's childhood attachment to the family friend Ralph de Bricassart gradually evolves into deep love. A young priest faces a difficult choice: family life or a career in the Vatican, love for a woman or God... Will the characters manage to break the vicious circle, not repeat their parents' mistakes, and find happiness?

This book in English at level B2 will help enhance and refresh your language skills, expand your vocabulary with useful terminology, and test your grammar knowledge.