The String of Pearls
Tale of Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street (Horror Classic)By James Malcolm Rymer
Length12h 33m
About this audiobook
Set against the atmospheric backdrop of 19th-century London, "The String of Pearls" weaves a dark narrative filled with suspense, mystery, and macabre elements. This serialized tale, originally published in 1846, introduces the infamous character of Sweeney Todd, a barber whose sinister secret of murder and cannibalism unfolds through a gripping storyline marked by rich, descriptive language and a dramatic tone. Rymer employs a combination of Gothic influences and popular penny dreadful conventions to create a compelling portrayal of the socio-economic hardships and moral decay of Victorian society, reflecting the era's fascination with crime and the macabre. James Malcolm Rymer, a prolific writer of the penny dreadful genre, drew on his own experiences in the burgeoning industrial landscape and the resulting class struggles to inform his narratives. Rymer'Äôs work is emblematic of the fears and intrigues of Victorian readers, who were captivated by the darker sides of human nature and urban life. His background in editing and writing for popular magazines honed his skill for crafting tales that would resonate with a wide audience, making him a significant figure in horror literature. Perfect for enthusiasts of Gothic fiction and Victorian-themed literature, "The String of Pearls" is a haunting exploration of morality, identity, and the consequences of revenge. Readers will be swept into a world of intrigue and horror, beckoning them to uncover the secrets hidden within the fog-laden streets of London.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror, Mystery and Thriller
Length12 hrs 33 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 19, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I. The Strange Customer at Sweeney Todd's
2II. The Spectacle Maker's Daughter
3III. The Dog and the Heat
4IV. The Pie-Shop in Bell Yard
5V. The Meeting in the Temple
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6VI. The Conference, and the Fearful Narration in the Garden
7VII. The Barber and the Lapidiary
8VIII. The Thieves' Home
9IX. Johanna At Home, and the Resolution
10X. The Colonel and His Friend
11XI. The Stranger at Lovett's
12XII. The Resolution Come To By Johanna Oakley
13XIII. Johanna's Interview with Arabella Wilmot, and the Advice
14XIV. Tobias's Threat, and Its Consequences
15XV. The Second Interview Between Johanna and the Colonel in the Temple Gardens
16XVI. The Barber Makes Another Attempt To Sell the String of Pearls
17XVII. The Great Change in the Prospects for Sweeney Todd
18XVIII. Tobias's Adventures During the Absence of Sweeney Todd
19XIX. The Strange Odour in St. Dunstan's Church
20XX. Sweeney Todd's Proceedings Consequent Upon the Departure of Tobias
21XXI. The Misadventure of Tobias: The Madhouse on Peckham Rye
22XXII. The Madhouse Cell
23XXIII. The New Cook of Mrs. Lovett Gets Tired of His Situation
24XXIV. The Night at the Madhouse
25XXV. Mr. Fogg's Story at the Madhouse
26XXVI. Colonel Jeffrey Makes Another Effort to Come at Sweeney Todd's Secret
27XXVII. Tobias Makes an Attempt to Escape From the Madhouse
28XXVIII. The Madhouse Yard, and Tobias's New Friend
29XXIX. The Consultation of Colonel Jeffrey With the Magistrate
30XXX. Tobias's Escape From Mr. Fogg's Establishment
31XXXI. The Rapid Journey of Tobias to London
32XXXII. The Announcement in Sweeney Todd's Window, Johanna Oakley's Adventure
33XXXIII. Discoveries in the Vaults of St. Dunstan's
34XXXIV. Johanna Alone, the Secret, Mr. Todd's Suspicions, the Mysterious Letter
35XXXV. Sweeney Todd Commences Clearing the Road to Retirement
36XXXVI. The Last Batch of Delicious Pies
37XXXVII. The Prisoner's Plan of Escape From the Pies
38XXXVIII. Sweeney Todd Shaves a Good Customer. The Arrest.
39XXXIX. The Conclusion
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