The Turn Of The Screw

The Turn of the Screw by Henry James is a classic gothic novella that tells the unsettling story of a young governess who is hired to care for two children at a remote English estate. Soon after arriving, she witnesses ghostly apparitions and suspects that the spirits of two former servants are attempting to possess the children. As the governess becomes increasingly disturbed by the haunting events, the reader questions whether the supernatural occurrences are real or the product of her imagination. This ambiguous and atmospheric tale delves into themes of fear, innocence, and psychological suspense, making it a timeless horror masterpiece.