The Turn of the Screw

The story is set in the English countryside and follows a young governess who is hired to care for two orphaned children Miles and Flora at the remote Bly Manor. As the governess begins her duties she becomes increasingly convinced that the estate is haunted by the ghosts of two former employees Peter Quint and Miss Jessel who had a dubious influence on the children before their deaths. The novella unfolds through the perspective of the unnamed governess who narrates her experiences and the events that occur at Bly Manor. She becomes obsessed with protecting the children from the supernatural forces she believes are corrupting them despite the skepticism and denial of others. One of the central aspects of The Turn of the Screw is the ambiguity surrounding the existence of the ghosts. James skillfully creates a sense of uncertainty leaving readers to question whether the apparitions are real or a product of the governesss imagination. The story explores the themes of madness repression and the psychological effects of the supernatural. The Turn of the Screw is known for its complex narrative structure rich prose and dense psychological characterization. It has been widely analyzed and debated for its multiple interpretations and its exploration of the boundaries between the real and the supernatural.