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Henry James Turn of the Screw and Daisy Miller vintage Dell paperback book circa 1956 Haunting stories of Gothic supernatural ghosts

Henry James Turn of the Screw and Daisy Miller vintage Dell paperback book circa 1956 Haunting stories of Gothic supernatural ghosts

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The Turn of the Screw is a Gothic novella that tells the story of a governess who is hired to care for two young children in a remote country estate. Strange things begin to happen, however, and the governess becomes convinced that the children are being haunted by the ghosts of their former caretaker and his lover. The novella is known for its psychological complexity and ambiguity, as well as its eerie atmosphere and haunting themes. Daisy Miller is a novella that explores the clash between American and European cultures in the late 19th century. The story follows the title character, a young American woman who travels to Europe with her mother and becomes embroiled in a scandalous romance with an Italian man. The novella is known for its vivid depictions of European society and its exploration of themes such as social class, gender roles, and cultural identity.

CONDITION: VG-
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- Fine: Unused, like new, without any flaws.
- VG+ (Very Good +): May have been opened & read, but no defects to the book, jacket or pages. Shows some small signs of wear but no tears on binding or paper. ⭐️
- VG (Very Good): More obvious signs of use with no significant creasing or defects.
- VG- (Very Good): Worn. Defects are noted.
- Poor / Fair / Former Library Book: Worn book that has complete text pages (including those with maps or plates) but may lack endpapers, have loose binding.

To preserve the condition of your book, place your book upright on a shelf with the spine facing outward. Books should be firmly pressed together but not wedged in tightly, which causes stress on the bindings. Shelves should not be exposed to direct sunlight and should be in a dry, insect-free location.

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