He is widely considered the most important transitional figure between Realism and Modernism in American literature, lauded by many for both his mastery of style and his profound understanding of human nature. Henry James was an American-born novelist so enamored with British culture that he acquired British citizenship few months before his death. This ghost mystery is anything but simple. Those of you who like detective stories – put your Sherlock Holmes hats on!
People who like gothic stories such as “ Flowers in the Attic” will enjoy every sentence of this short novel. “ The Turn of the Screw” is no more than one hundred pages long – but even if it was thrice as long, you would have still read it in a breath and a few goosebumps. In Henry James’ case, it means writing “a shameless pot-boiler” ( Henry James’ words, not ours) literary critics will have a hard time understanding to this day. In your case, that means binge-watching a 10-season-long TV show for a week or so and eating unhealthy amounts of chips and pizza. Sometimes, even great writers need a break.
If so, you’re going to love Henry James’ “ The Turn of the Screw.” It has been adapted numerous times in all media available – so you know it’s scary and appealing.īonus: it’s also a literary classic! Who Should Read “The Turn of the Screw”? And Why? Ready for some gothic whodunnit ghost mystery which includes children and a strange governess?
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