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The Turn of the Screw: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The Turn of the Screw by Henry James — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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The governess of two enigmatic children fears their souls are in danger from the ghosts of the previous governess and her sinister lover.

Quick facts about The Turn of the Screw

  • Title: The Turn of the Screw
  • Author: Henry James
  • First published: 1898
  • Genre: governesses, fiction, children, fiction, fiction, ghost
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL276386W

Where to read The Turn of the Screw

The Turn of the Screw by Henry James is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Turn of the Screw about?

The governess of two enigmatic children fears their souls are in danger from the ghosts of the previous governess and her sinister lover..

Who wrote The Turn of the Screw?

The Turn of the Screw was written by Henry James.

When was The Turn of the Screw published?

The Turn of the Screw was first published in 1898.

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