FA Part 1 students can download the official English Book I textbook here for free. This book is published by Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board (PCTB) Lahore and is part of the official English syllabus for Intermediate classes under Punjab Board.
English Book I is the short stories section of the 1st year English course for FA students. It contains 15 carefully selected lessons that help students improve their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and understanding of literary prose — all of which are important for board exam preparation.
Book Overview
- Class: 11th Class / 1st Year
- Subject: English (Book I – Short Stories)
- Category: FA (Faculty of Arts)
- Board: Punjab Board (PCTB)
- Publisher: Taxation Law Book Publishers, Lahore
- Edition: 2018-19
- Total Lessons: 15
- Format: PDF (Free Download)
Lesson List
Lesson 1: Button, Button
A gripping short story about a moral dilemma involving a mysterious button that offers money in exchange for someone’s life. It raises questions about greed and consequences.
Lesson 2: Clearing in the Sky
A heartwarming story about a father and son and the discovery of a secret garden on a hillside. It explores themes of love, determination, and the will to live.
Lesson 3: Dark They Were, and Golden-Eyed
A science fiction story about a family stranded on Mars who gradually transform into something new. It explores identity, change, and belonging.
Lesson 4: Thank you, M’am
A short story about a boy who tries to steal a woman’s purse and is surprised by her kind and understanding response. A powerful lesson in compassion and redemption.
Lesson 5: The Piece of String
A classic story about a man wrongly accused of picking up a lost wallet who struggles to prove his innocence in a small village. It deals with reputation and injustice.
Lesson 6: The Reward
A story that highlights the theme of honest work and its true reward. It encourages students to value integrity over shortcuts.
Lesson 7: The Use of Force
A thought-provoking story about a doctor who must use force to examine a sick child. It raises questions about authority, care, and human nature.
Lesson 8: The Gulistan of Sa’di
Selected passages from the timeless Persian literary classic by Sheikh Saadi, offering wisdom, moral lessons, and reflections on human behavior.
Lesson 9: The Foolish Quack
A humorous and cautionary tale about a fake doctor whose deception eventually catches up with him. It teaches the importance of honesty and expertise.
Lesson 10: A Mild Attack of Locusts
A story set in Africa about a farming family dealing with a locust attack. It shows resilience and the human spirit in the face of natural disaster.
Lesson 11: I Have a Dream
An excerpt from Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous speech about freedom, equality, and the dream of a just society. An important piece for understanding civil rights history.
Lesson 12: The Gift of the Magi
O. Henry’s classic story of a young couple who each sacrifice their most prized possession to buy a gift for the other. A beautiful lesson in love and selflessness.
Lesson 13: God be Praised
A story that explores faith, gratitude, and the acceptance of life’s trials. It reflects on themes of patience and trust in God.
Lesson 14: Overcoat
A story about dignity, social class, and the simple human need for respect. It follows a man whose life changes around the acquisition of a new overcoat.
Lesson 15: The Angel and the Author – and Others
A witty and reflective piece that blends humor with insight into human nature, writers, and everyday life observations.
Download English Book I Class 11 PDF
Click the button below to download the official PCTB English Book I for FA 1st Year for free.
Who Should Read This
This book is for FA Part 1 students studying English under Punjab Board. It is also used by FSC, ICS, and ICOM 1st year students since the English Book I is common across all intermediate categories under PCTB. Students preparing for board exams will find this book essential for the prose and short story portion of the English paper.
Applicable Boards
This PCTB textbook is used across all Punjab Board affiliated colleges — Lahore Board, Faisalabad Board, Gujranwala Board, Multan Board, Rawalpindi Board, Sargodha Board, DG Khan Board, and Sahiwal Board.
FAQs
Is this English Book I for FA 1st Year?
Yes. This is the official PCTB English Book I (Short Stories) for FA Part 1 students, academic year 2018-19.
Is this the same book used in FSC and ICS?
Yes. English Book I is common for all intermediate categories under Punjab Board including FA, FSC, ICS, and ICOM. All 1st year students use the same English textbook.
How many lessons are in English Book I?
There are 15 lessons, all short stories from Pakistani and international authors including classic works like The Gift of the Magi and I Have a Dream.
Is this the 2018-19 edition?
Yes. This is the 2018-19 academic year edition published by PCTB and printed by Taxation Law Book Publishers, Lahore.
Does this book cover the full English syllabus for 1st year?
English Book I covers the short stories portion. Students also need English Book II (Poems and Grammar) for the complete 1st year English syllabus.