The Turn of the Screw by Henry James is a haunting novella that follows a governess hired to care for two children at a remote estate, Bly. As she settles in, she becomes increasingly convinced that the spirits of former employees, Peter Quint and Miss Jessel, are haunting the children. The narrative blurs the lines between reality and the governess’s perception, leading to an ambiguous climax that raises questions about madness, innocence, and the supernatural. James masterfully crafts a chilling atmosphere of psychological tension.
List of The Turn of the Screw Books
The Turn of the Screw |
1898 |
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