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The Turn of the Screw

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The Turn of the Screw, Henry James' chilling and enigmatic novella, is a masterclass in psychological horror and suspense. Set in an isolated English country estate, the story follows a young governess as she becomes increasingly convinced that the two children under her care, Miles and Flora, are being tormented by malicious supernatural forces. As the governess becomes more and more desperate to save the children from the sinister entities she believes to be haunting them, the line between reality and nightmare begins to blur. James expertly weaves an atmosphere of creeping dread and mounting tension, leading readers to question the reliability of the narrator and the true nature of the haunting. Rich in ambiguity and masterfully crafted, The Turn of the Screw invites readers to unravel its mysteries and delve into the depths of human obsession, fear, and madness. Immerse yourself in this timeless tale of suspense and terror, and experience the haunting power of one of literature's most renowned authors.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9789355275141
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 138
  • Published:
  • September 30, 2023
  • Dimensions:
  • 132x11x209 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 250 g.
Delivery: 2-3 weeks
Expected delivery: January 10, 2025
Extended return policy to January 30, 2025
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Description of The Turn of the Screw

The Turn of the Screw, Henry James' chilling and enigmatic novella, is a masterclass in psychological horror and suspense. Set in an isolated English country estate, the story follows a young governess as she becomes increasingly convinced that the two children under her care, Miles and Flora, are being tormented by malicious supernatural forces.
As the governess becomes more and more desperate to save the children from the sinister entities she believes to be haunting them, the line between reality and nightmare begins to blur. James expertly weaves an atmosphere of creeping dread and mounting tension, leading readers to question the reliability of the narrator and the true nature of the haunting.
Rich in ambiguity and masterfully crafted, The Turn of the Screw invites readers to unravel its mysteries and delve into the depths of human obsession, fear, and madness. Immerse yourself in this timeless tale of suspense and terror, and experience the haunting power of one of literature's most renowned authors.

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