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The Turn of the Screw

Henry James

The Turn of the Screw

Original publication
1898
Bilingual edition
June 12, 2026
Pages
247
Difficulty
★★★
Genres
Horror, Psychology
Translated from
English

About this book

A governess is put in charge of two children in an isolated manor, but she quickly believes she perceives disturbing presences around them. Convinced that invisible forces threaten the children, she tries to protect them while doubting what she truly sees. The atmosphere becomes increasingly troubling, between reality and illusion. This story creates intense psychological suspense, playing on ambiguity and perception. The author builds a subtle tension where doubt takes center stage.

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