The Turn of the Screw |
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| Authors: | James, Henry |
| Publisher: | McClelland & Stewart |
| BISAC/Subject: | FIC004000, FIC027040, FIC012000 |
| ISBN: | 9781551998053, Related ISBNs: 0141194375, 0141441356, 0241423252, 0460009125, 0460019120 |
| Classification: | Fiction |
| Number of pages: | 132, |
| Audience: | General/trade |
Synopsis: One of the most celebrated gothic tales ever written, it is famous for its evocative, chilling writing and its layers of mystery.
The Turn of the Screw tells the story of a young woman hired on as the governess for two young children, told to take full responsibility for the youngsters and not ever bother their father. At first she has no issues to contend with, other than the mysterious expulsion of the boy Miles from boarding school, but she soon finds herself stalked by two mysterious figures who may or may not be human.
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The Turn of the Screw tells the story of a young woman hired on as the governess for two young children, told to take full responsibility for the youngsters and not ever bother their father. At first she has no issues to contend with, other than the mysterious expulsion of the boy Miles from boarding school, but she soon finds herself stalked by two mysterious figures who may or may not be human.
Penguin Random House Canada is proud to bring you classic works of literature in e-book form, with the highest quality production values. Find more today and rediscover books you never knew you loved.
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