The Turn of the Screw & Other Novels - 4 Books in One Edition
Enriched edition. Including What Maisie Knew, The Wings of the Dove & The AmbassadorsBy Henry James
Length54h 58m
About this audiobook
In 'The Turn of the Screw & Other Novels,' Henry James presents a collection of four captivating stories that explore themes of psychological complexity, mystery, and the supernatural. Known for his intricate prose and nuanced character development, James weaves intricate narratives that challenge readers to question the nature of reality and perception. This edition includes the iconic 'The Turn of the Screw,' a chilling tale of a governess tasked with the care of two mysterious children in a haunted estate, as well as other lesser-known yet equally compelling novels. James' literary style, characterized by subtle allusions and rich symbolism, adds layers of depth to his exploration of human nature and societal norms. Set in the late 19th century, James' works provide a fascinating glimpse into the values and anxieties of the Victorian era. Recommended for readers interested in psychological fiction and Gothic literature, 'The Turn of the Screw & Other Novels' offers a thought-provoking experience that lingers long after the final page.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.1 (23)
Includes Amazon, Goodreads
GenreRomance
Length54 hrs 58 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 15, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6The Turn of the Screw & Other Novels - 4 Books in One Edition (pt. 1)
7The Turn of the Screw & Other Novels - 4 Books in One Edition (pt. 2)
8The Turn of the Screw & Other Novels - 4 Books in One Edition (pt. 3)
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28Analysis
29Reflection
30Memorable Quotes
What Maisie KnewHenry James8h 46m$16 · $0.00
The Wheel of TimeHenry James1h 56m$7 · $0.00
The Awkward AgeHenry James13h 32m$10 · $0.00
Lord BeaupreHenry James2h 13m$7 · $0.00
The Turn of the ScrewHenry James4h 35m$16 · $0.00
The Time Traveler's Bookshelf: Eight Unforgettable BooksHenry James, Fritz Leiber, Murray Leinster, Robert F. Young, Andre Norton, Philip K. Dick, Clifford D. Simak, Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman32h 27m$1.99 · $0.00
Daisy MillerHenry James2h 45m$1.99 · $0.00
El Retrato de una DamaHenry James28h 11m$1.99 · $0.00
Gesammelte WerkeHenry James118h 13m4.3 (12)$1.50 · $0.00
10 Iconic Gilded Age NovelsHenry James, Theodore Dreiser, Mark Twain, Edith Wharton, Robert Barr, Louisa May Alcott140h 49m$1.99
Los papeles de AspernHenry James8h 40m$1.99 · $0.00
20 Must Read Ghost NovelsHenry James, Horace Walpole, Gaston Leroux, Francis Marion Crawford, Emily Brontë, Ann Ward Radcliffe, Frederick Marryat, H. P. Lovecraft, Frederic Henry Balfour, Emma Dorothy Eliza Nevitte Southworth, William De Morgan, John Meade Falkner, Wilkie Collins, Charles Willing Beale, Duchess, Paul Dickey, Charles Goddard, Eliza Parsons, Richard Marsh, William Hope Hodgson207h 8m4.0 (19)$1.99
The Turn of the Screw (Annotated)Henry James6h 27m3.4 (185.5K)$2 · $0.00
The Wings of the Dove + The Ambassadors + What Maisie Knew + The Turn of the Screw (Annotated)Henry James55h 13m4.5 (24)$2 · $0.00
Poor Richard (Annotated)Henry James4h 20m3.9 (590)$2 · $0.00
The Bostonians (Annotated)Henry James19h 25m$2 · $0.00
The Ambassadors (The Unabridged Edition) (Annotated)Henry James20h 11m3.8 (31K)$2 · $0.00
Love, Lust & Heartbreak: 50 Romance Classics in One Collection (Annotated)Henry James, Jane Austen, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Anne Brontë, William Shakespeare, Fanny Burney, Stendhal, R.D. Blackmore, Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, Nathaniel Hawthorne, George Eliot, Leo Tolstoy, Thomas Hardy, Elizabeth Gaskell, Edith Wharton, Louisa May Alcott, Alexandre Dumas, Meredith Nicholson, Charles Dickens, Gaston Leroux, E. M. Forster, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Theodore Dreiser, H. G. Wells, Grace Livingston Hill, Earl Derr Biggers, Walter Scott, Virginia Woolf, Burton Egbert Stevenson, P.G. Wodehouse, Georgette Heyer, Madeleine L'Engle, O. Douglas, Kate Chopin763h 22m$2 · $0.00
The Wings of the Dove (Annotated)Henry James22h 33m3.9 (30.5K)$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Henry James (Illustrated Edition) (Annotated)Henry James691h 13m4.4 (425)$2 · $0.00
Wishes from the HeartSophie Mays4h 9m4.7 (344)$15 · $0.00
Blizzard ShowdownShirlee McCoy5h 16m4.6 (1.1K)$12 · $0.00
To Hold and ProtectSandra Owens7h 59m4.6 (1.1K)$8 · $0.00
Arctic WitnessHeather Woodhaven5h 46m4.6 (985)$12 · $0.00
Following the TrailLynette Eason6h 35m4.6 (2.3K)$12 · $0.00
Her Duty Bound DefenderSharee Stover6h 30m4.6 (558)$12 · $0.00
Defending from DangerJodie Bailey5h 46m4.6 (588)$24 · $0.00
White HotIlona Andrews13h 18m4.5 (136.9K)$5 · $0.00
Explosive RevengeMaggie K. Black6h 18m4.6 (545)$12 · $0.00
Her Brand of JusticeB.J. Daniels6h 48m4.6 (1.3K)$12 · $0.00
Search And DetectTerri Reed5h 51m4.6 (706)$24 · $0.00
Driving ForceElle James4h 58m4.6 (407)$20 · $0.00
Danger in the WildernessDarlene L. Turner6h 54m4.7 (299)$12 · $0.00
Yukon JusticeDana Mentink6h 15m4.6 (751)$12 · $0.00
The Rogue WarriorCindy Roland Anderson5h 44m4.6 (409)$17 · $0.00
Trail Of ThreatsJessica R. Patch5h 47m4.6 (425)$24 · $0.00
Ironwood, a Fae Universe SeriesAlessa Thorn26h 57m4.6 (835)$30 · $0.00
Ready to ProtectValerie Hansen5h 38m4.6 (981)$24 · $0.00
Searching For EvidenceCarol J. Post6h 21m4.6 (552)$24 · $0.00
New Beginnings at Lullbury BayGeorgia Hill6h 59m4.6 (422)$13 · $0.00
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