The Turn of the Screw
By Henry James
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One of the most daunting ghost stories to ever be written, Henry James’ The Turn of the Screw follows the transformation of Miles, age ten, and Flora, age eight, from well-behaved children to deceitful liars. When a governess comes to their country estate to look after the children, she and Flora are separately visited by a ghost; however Flora denies the experience and Miles claims to never have been visited by one, even when evidence supports an evil plot between the children and the ghosts. Devoid of common ghost story stereotypes, this timeless story is full of suspense, supernatural phenomenon, and thrills to frighten and delight any listener.
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Summary
Summary
A New York Public Library Staff Pick of Favorite Books of the Last 125 Years
One of the most daunting ghost stories to ever be written, Henry James’ The Turn of the Screw follows the transformation of Miles, age ten, and Flora, age eight, from well-behaved children to deceitful liars.
When a governess comes to their country estate to look after the children, she and Flora are separately visited by a ghost; however Flora denies the experience and Miles claims to never have been visited by one, even when evidence supports an evil plot between the children and the ghosts.
Devoid of common ghost story stereotypes, this timeless story is full of suspense, supernatural phenomenon, and thrills to frighten and delight any listener.
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Author
Author Bio: Henry James
Henry James (1843–1916), American novelist, short-story writer, and man of letters, was born in Washington Place, New York, to a family of distinguished philosophers and theologians. He attended schools in New York, Boston, and throughout Europe, where he later settled. A major figure in the history of the novel, he is celebrated as a master craftsman who brought his great art and impeccable technique to bear in the development of abiding moral themes.
Details
Details
| Available Formats : | Digital Download |
| Category: | Fiction/Classics |
| Runtime: | 4.85 |
| Audience: | Adult |
| Language: | English |
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