Does "The Turn of the Screw" present women in a positive light? How and how not?

Within this gothic novella, James empowered his female protagonist to depart from the norms of the Victorian era and to claim her own independence. His story is a reflection of the changing times, as she departs from a sheltered life to explore and experience life at the house of Bly. With very little mention of any authoritative male figures in the story, the governess is liberated from the patriarchal society. Understanding the social atmosphere of the Victorian era and the historical context of the story reveals feminist themes similar to those featured in James’ story. Check this out: