# SwipeBook - Classic Books In Modern English

> Classic books translated into modern English with interactive text display. (iPhone/iPad app by Golgotha Press Apps.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swipebook-classic-books-in-modern-english/id951472766 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Golgotha Press Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/461992824)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.1 · 99 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-01-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swipebook-classic-books-in-modern-english/id951472766/reviews.md

## What is SwipeBook?

Classics have all the page-turning suspense of modern novels…when you can understand them!

SwipeBook puts the words of the world’s greatest authors into plain and simple English with a Swipe of a finger!

Unlike other apps that put the original and modern side-by-side in a way that is distracting and hard to read, SwipeBook only shows you the modern text when you want to see it. Simply swipe your finger over the text, and the text will change; swipe it again and it will change back.

This app features:
• Over 30 classic books translated into modern English (From Dante to Jane Austen)
• Study Guides for major works 
• Lesson Plans for major works

We are already making lots of improvements to this app--both to the content / features and the UI; we are eager to receive any feedback about what you dislike about the app or what you would like to see in future updates.

## Key features

- Modern English translations of classic books
- Interactive swipe-to-reveal text
- Over 30 classic titles
- Study guides
- Lesson plans

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beowulf | $3.99 | one-time |
| Sir Gawain and the Green Knight | $3.99 | one-time |
| Antigone | $3.99 | one-time |
| Oedipus the King | $3.99 | one-time |
| Dante's Inferno | $3.99 | one-time |
| Paradise Lost | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Canterbury Tales | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Pilgrim's Progress | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lesson Plans | $19.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Books, Study Guides, Lessons Plans | $99.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swipebook-classic-books-in-modern-english/id951472766/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not recommended

*2015-04-13*

Requires additional (and expensive) purchases!  Not worth the cost!

## Frequently asked questions about SwipeBook

### What is SwipeBook?

SwipeBook is an educational app that translates classic literature into modern, easy-to-understand English. It allows users to swipe over the text to reveal the modern version, making classic books more accessible.

### How does SwipeBook's translation feature work?

You can swipe your finger over the original text within the app to reveal the modern English translation. Swiping again will revert it back to the original text, providing an interactive reading experience.

### What kind of content does SwipeBook offer?

SwipeBook features over 30 classic books translated into modern English, ranging from authors like Dante to Jane Austen. It also includes study guides and lesson plans for major works.

### Is SwipeBook available on all devices?

SwipeBook is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for Apple's iOS ecosystem.

### What is the age rating for SwipeBook?

SwipeBook has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger learners and adults looking to engage with classic literature.

### How often is SwipeBook updated?

SwipeBook was last updated on January 16, 2015, to version 1.1. The developer is actively working on improvements to content, features, and the user interface.

### What is the user feedback on SwipeBook?

Based on the available data, SwipeBook has a rating of 2.3 stars from 3 ratings. Users are encouraged to provide feedback for future updates.

### Does SwipeBook contain advertisements?

No, SwipeBook does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases available.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2015-01-16

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fix some errors.

### 1.0 — 2015-01-13

No release notes.

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