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Author | : Thomas Prest |
Publisher | : Read Books Ltd |
Total Pages | : 26 |
Release | : 2012-10-19 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 1447499719 |
Thomas Prest was a prolific and popular writer of Victorian 'penny dreadfuls'. The 'demon barber', Sweeney Todd, was his most famous and successful creation. Many of the penny dreadful stories, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Author | : George Payne Rainsford James |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 232 |
Release | : 1849 |
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Author | : Seán Michael Wilson |
Publisher | : Classical Comics, Limited |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Graphic novels |
ISBN | : 9781906332792 |
"From his barber shop in Fleet Street, Sweeney Todd murders selected customers to steal their money and valuables"--Page 4 of cover.
Author | : James Malcolm Rymer |
Publisher | : Arcturus Publishing |
Total Pages | : 413 |
Release | : 2024-07-01 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 1398847895 |
Venture into Fleet Street and discover the dark side of Victorian London where you'll encounter the demon barber Sweeney Todd and his menacing accomplice Mrs Lovett in this classic thriller. Gruesome mysteries are uncovered when Lieutenant Thornhill goes missing after entering Todd's barber shop for a haircut. Londoners are disappearing, Todd's young apprentice Tobias is subject to constant fear and abuse, and the barber's grows more peculiar as the days go by. Menace and murder abounds in this terrifying tale where criminals hide in plain sight and threaten to harm anyone who could get in the way of their schemes. Famously adapted to the big screen by Tim Burton, Sweeney Todd is a classic of British horror writing and its legendary villain remains iconic this day.
Author | : Charles Dickens |
Publisher | : Good Press |
Total Pages | : 9596 |
Release | : 2023-11-19 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : |
The '60 GOTHIC CLASSICS - Boxed Set' encompasses an unparalleled collection of dark fantasy novels, supernatural mysteries, horror tales, and gothic romances, offering an expansive exploration of the Gothic tradition that has shaped much of the literary landscape from the 18th century to the early 20th century. This anthology encapsulates the varied narrative structures, themes of transgression, decay, and the sublime, and the richly painted settings of isolation and melancholy inherent in Gothic literature. The selection thrives on its diversity, featuring foundational texts of the genre alongside lesser-known gems that collectively underscore the depth and complexity of Gothic fiction. The inclusion of works from a broad spectrum of authors, ranging from the brooding landscapes of the Brontë sisters to the psychological depths explored by Edgar Allan Poe, showcases the genres ability to evolve and adapt, remaining vibrant and profoundly influential over the decades. The contributing authors and editors of this collection are titans in the literary world, whose individual and collective contributions have not only defined the contours of Gothic fiction but also influenced numerous cultural and literary movements. The backgrounds of these authors, encompassing the transformative periods of Romanticism, Victorianism, and early modernism, offer a rich tapestry of socio-political contexts that deeply inform their Gothic creations. This diversity of perspective enriches the collection, allowing readers to traverse the manifold expressions of Gothic tension and terror while engaging with the historical conditions that spurred their creation. '60 GOTHIC CLASSICS - Boxed Set' is essential reading for anyone eager to delve into the shadowy corridors of Gothic literature. It presents a unique opportunity to experience the multifaceted dimensions of fear, obsession, and longing that characterize the genre. This anthology not only serves as a comprehensive educational resource but also invites readers to witness the dialogues between different epochs, cultural shifts, and literary styles. It is a testament to the enduring allure and relevance of Gothic fiction, making it a must-have for scholars, enthusiasts, and newcomers alike.
Author | : James Malcolm Rymer |
Publisher | : E-Artnow |
Total Pages | : 184 |
Release | : 2020-12-14 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9788027305704 |
Sweeney Todd is a barber who murders his customers and turns their remains into meat pies sold at the pie shop of Mrs. Lovett, his partner in crime. His barber shop is situated in Fleet Street, London, next to St. Dunstan's church, and is connected to Lovett's pie shop in nearby Bell Yard by means of an underground passage. Todd dispatches his victims by pulling a lever while they are in his barber chair, which makes them fall backward down a revolving trapdoor and generally causes them to break their necks or skulls on the cellar floor below. If the victims are still alive, he goes to the basement and "polishes them off" by slitting their throats with his straight razor.
Author | : Robert L. Mack |
Publisher | : OUP Oxford |
Total Pages | : 553 |
Release | : 2007-12-13 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 0191607827 |
'Ladies and Gentlemen...I have to state that Mrs Lovett's pies are made of human flesh!' This shocking announcement provides the stunning dénouement to a narrative first published over a period of four months in the winter of 1846-7. The revelation marked only the beginning, however, of the notorious career of Sweeney Todd, soon known to legend as the 'Demon Barber' of London's Fleet Street. The story of Todd's entrepreneurial partnership with neighbouring pie-maker Margery Lovett - at once inconceivably unpalatable and undeniably compelling - has subsequently provided the substance for a seemingly endless series of successful dramatic adaptations, popular songs and ballads, novellas, radio plays, graphic novels, ballets, films, and musicals. Both gleeful and ghoulish, the original tale of Sweeney Todd, first published under the title The String of Pearls, is an early classic of British horror writing. It combines the story of Todd's grisly method of robbing and dispatching his victims with a romantic sub-plot involving deception, disguise, and detective work, set against the backdrop of London's dark and unsavoury streets. This edition provides an authoritative text of the first version of the story ever to be published, as well as a lively introduction to its history and reputation.
Author | : Peter Haining |
Publisher | : Anova Books |
Total Pages | : 220 |
Release | : 2007 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 9781861059895 |
Peter Haining's definitive biography exposes the man behind the Sweeney Todd myth. Based on careful research of both fact and fictional accounts, Haining's book reveals a gruesome yet fascinating character. Previous ed.: 1998.
Author | : Jason Cobley |
Publisher | : Classical Comics |
Total Pages | : 146 |
Release | : 2008 |
Genre | : Comics & Graphic Novels |
ISBN | : 1906332150 |
A graphic novel dealing with such subjects as alienation, empathy and understanding beyond appearance.
Author | : Tim Burton |
Publisher | : Disney Electronic Content |
Total Pages | : 48 |
Release | : 2013-09-17 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : 1423192249 |
Celebrate 20 years of nightmares with this picturebook version of the classic film, written and drawn by Tim Burton and now featuring word-for-word narration by Christopher Lee! In this beloved picture book that could only come from the visionary mind of author and illustrator TIM BURTON, we meet Jack Skellington-- a well-intentioned inhabitant of Halloweenland. Jack is bored of ''''the scaring, the terror, the fright....tired of being something that goes bump in the night''''. And so, in an effort to bring to joy to his town, Jack kidnaps Santa and takes his place as the jolly old elf. But instead of bringing joy to the world Jack, who is a little more than a grinning skeleton, brings fear by delivering creepy toys and riding a sleigh carried by skeletal reindeer. Only through a number of things going horribly wrong does Jack learn the true meaning of Christmas.