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The Turn of the Screw by Henry James follows a young governess who is haunted by the apparitions of Peter Quint and Miss Jessel, former employees at the isolated Bly estate. As she tries to protect the children in her care, the boundary between reality and the supernatural blurs, leading to a chilling and ambiguous conclusion.
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governess |
The governess arrives at Bly, filled with enthusiasm and determination to fulfill her duties.
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Miles |
Miles, a precocious and enigmatic boy, displays an eerie maturity beyond his years, leaving those around him unsettled and questioning his true nature.
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Flora |
Flora is a lively and imaginative child who seems to possess a unique connection with the otherworldly occurrences at Bly.
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Grose |
Mrs. Grose proves to be a reliable ally and confidante for the governess.
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Quint |
The ghostly figure of Peter Quint leaves the governess unsettled and fearful.
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Jessel |
The presence of Miss Jessel, another ghostly apparition, deepens the sense of dread and mystery at Bly.
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