The Turn of the Screw, and Other Short Novels by T.J. Lustig, Henry James

The Turn of the Screw, and Other Short Novels

T.J. Lustig, Henry James

451 pages • first pub 1898 (view editions)

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This collection is ideal for readers who appreciate meticulously crafted, psychological narratives that explore the shadows of human psyche through subtle tension and moral complexities.

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Henry James' short novels provide an overview of his entire career and serve as an excellent introduction to his singular art and imagination. This collection includes The Turn of the Screw, Daisy Miller, The Beast in the Jungle, An International ...

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Community Reviews

3.29
based on 569 reviews

Moods

dark: 85%

mysterious: 68%

tense: 62%

challenging: 35%

reflective: 12%

emotional: 8%

sad: 8%

adventurous: 4%

funny: 4%

lighthearted: 4%

relaxing: 2%

Pace

30% of readers chose medium
69% of readers chose slow
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

40% of readers chose Plot
30% of readers chose A mix
30% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

22% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
55% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

13% of readers chose Yes
22% of readers chose Complicated
61% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

4% of readers chose Yes
2% of readers chose Complicated
88% of readers chose No
4% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

33% of readers chose Yes
50% of readers chose Complicated
16% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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