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Ordering Books for The Turn of the Screw by Henry James
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Notes About The Literary Touchstone Classics Edition of The Turn of the Screw
We think the Literary Touchstone Classic edition of The Turn of the Screw is the best for classroom use. These affordable editions of beloved works are designed by former educators with the needs of both teachers and students in mind.
To help students fully understand the classic work they're studying, every Literary Touchstone Classic includes pre-reading notes that cite important aspects of the text that students should examine and question while reading. Each book also contains an extensive vocabulary list and a glossary that explains unfamiliar allusions and challenging passages.
If you're looking for books that will last for years, Literary Touchstone Classics fit the bill. Sturdy bindings and high-quality paper ensure they'll hold up to repeated use, and they're made in the U.S.A.
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About the Book The Turn of the Screw
The Turn of the Screw by Henry James is a classic ghost story that delves into the ambiguous realm between the supernatural and psychological. The novella begins with an anonymous narrator recounting a Christmas Eve gathering where guests share ghost stories. A man named Douglas presents a tale involving two children, Flora and Miles, and their governess, who he once loved. He reads from her account, shifting the narrative to her perspective.
The governess’s story starts with her arrival at Bly, a country estate, where she meets Flora and the housekeeper, Mrs. Grose. She learns that Miles has been expelled from school for unspecified reasons. As she settles in, the governess encounters a man on the property whom Mrs. Grose identifies as Peter Quint, a deceased valet. Later, the governess sees a woman by the lake she believes to be Miss Jessel, the previous governess.
The story explores themes of innocence, corruption, and blurred boundaries between reality and imagination. The governess becomes convinced that the ghosts of Quint and Jessel are influencing the children, leading to a tense and ambiguous conclusion. The narrative’s psychological depth leaves readers questioning the reality of the ghosts and the reliability of the governess’s account.
This summary captures the essence of James’s work, emphasizing its enduring appeal and the haunting uncertainty that makes it a subject of continued analysis and interpretation.
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