World Classics Library – Henry James The Portrait of a Lady - The Turn of the Screw - Washington Square

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Three masterpieces by one of the greatest writers of transatlantic literature.

The Portrait of a Lady is one of James’ most popular novels, telling the tale of a free-spirited American woman who inherits a fortune and travels to Europe to seek her destiny. Her choices have huge ramifications in her life and make her question the notions of freedom and responsibility.

The Turn of the Screw is a supernatural ghost story about a young governess working in a remote country home who becomes convinced that the estate is haunted. But can the children see the ghosts too, and what is their significance?

Washington Square is a short novel about a daughter’s difficulties with her overbearing father when she is courted by the man of her dreams. Is her suitor genuine, or is he just after her future inheritance?