The Turn of the Screw (Deseret Alphabet edition) - James, Henry
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Henry James (1843-1916) was an American author who spent nearly half of his life as an expatriate in Europe and became a British citizen in 1915. Many of his works, such as "Daisy Miller," deal with the contrast and conflict between brash Americans and dignified Europeans. James is considered one of the key figures in the development of literary modernism. "The Turn of the Screw" is the most famous of James' many horror stories. Although it deals with ghosts, James leaves open the question of whether the ghosts are real or merely the product of the narrator's over-active imagination. While…mehr

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Henry James (1843-1916) was an American author who spent nearly half of his life as an expatriate in Europe and became a British citizen in 1915. Many of his works, such as "Daisy Miller," deal with the contrast and conflict between brash Americans and dignified Europeans. James is considered one of the key figures in the development of literary modernism. "The Turn of the Screw" is the most famous of James' many horror stories. Although it deals with ghosts, James leaves open the question of whether the ghosts are real or merely the product of the narrator's over-active imagination. While critics have argued both ways for over a century, readers have continued to be spooked by the dangerous figures of Miss Jessel and the sinister Peter Quint. This book is in the Deseret Alphabet, a phonetic alphabet for writing English developed in the mid-19th century at the University of Deseret (now the University of Utah).
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Henry James was an American-British author celebrated as a pivotal figure between literary realism and modernism, often regarded as one of the greatest novelists in the English language. Born on April 15, 1843, he was the son of Henry James Sr. and the brother of philosopher William James and diarist Alice James. Best known for his exploration of social and marital dynamics among émigré Americans and Europeans, his notable works include ""The Portrait of a Lady,"" ""The Ambassadors,"" and ""The Wings of the Dove."" James delved into the complexities of human psychology, often portraying ambiguous motives, a technique likened to Impressionist painting. His novella ""The Turn of the Screw"" is renowned for its depth and ambiguity. In ""The Point of View,"" James examines the subjective nature of perception, emphasizing how individual perspectives shape understanding and relationships. Through his rich narratives, he invites readers to reflect on the intricacies of human connection and the art of storytelling.