A Quarter Turn Of The Screw
Henry James's novella, 'The Turn of the Screw,' remains a captivating and debated work of gothic literature. This analysis delves into the ambiguity surrounding the governess's perceptions, exploring whether the apparitions she witnesses are genuine supernatural phenomena or manifestations of her own psychological anxieties. We examine the novel's themes of innocence, corruption, and the power of suggestion, considering its lasting impact on the ghost story genre and its influence on modern psychological thrillers.