Sweeney Todd
by Austin Rosser

Sweeney Todd Book Cover
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Readers appreciate the unique interpretation of Sweeney Todd, noting its similarity to other versions in the first act. Many are surprised by the sexually violent direction the story takes, particularly in the relationship between Mrs. Lovett and Mr. Todd.

Unique interpretation of the storyStrong character relationshipsSome may find it overly violent

Synopsis

Apart from a surprising change of heart and bid for sympathy at the final momen's of this version of the classic story, Todd glories in his villainies throughout and gleefully slaughters right and left until the cast is almost eliminated.

Commendably, the'story is treated seriously and 'guying' is discouraged.3 women, 8 men, 2 boys

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Publication

PublisherSamuel French
Year1971
BindingPaperback
Pages56
PlaceLondon
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780573015168
ISBN-100573015163
LCCN73162674
LCCPR6068.O83 S9
DCC822/.9/14

Sweeney Todd is a British mystery play written by Austin Rosser and published by Samuel French in London (1971).

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Samuel French · 1971 · 56 pp

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