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Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
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Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1979240
Play • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
DramaLondon • 1840s
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Power & Greed•
Music1979
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street by Hugh Wheeler is a musical set in Victorian England, centering on Sweeney Todd, a barber who seeks revenge against Judge Turpin and Beadle Bamford for their past cruelties. Assisted by Mrs. Lovett, Todd uses his barbershop as a means to kill unsuspecting customers, while Mrs. Lovett uses the bodies for her meat pies, leading to a gruesome cycle of murder and deceit.
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Gritty
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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<Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street> by Hugh Wheeler is lauded for its darkly compelling characters and gripping narrative. The macabre atmosphere and intricate plot twists captivate readers, though some find the graphic content intense. The musical adaptation plays a significant role in its acclaim. Overall, it's a thrilling and unforgettable read.
Who Should Read Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street?
A reader who relishes dark, gothic tales filled with suspense and macabre humor will enjoy Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street by Hugh Wheeler. Fans of Dracula by Bram Stoker and Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, with their intricate plots and morally complex characters, will find this book equally gripping.
14,614 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
240
Play • Fiction
•
Historical Fiction•
DramaLondon • 1840s
•
Power & Greed•
Music1979
Adult
18+ years
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