penny dreadful (Meaning)

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penny dreadful (n)

a melodramatic paperback novel

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The old man had a collection of penny dreadfuls tucked away in his attic, forgotten relics of a bygone era.
The lurid covers of penny dreadfuls hinted at tales of horror and adventure that kept readers on the edge of their seats.
The writer's imagination ran wild as he penned Penny Dreadful after Penny Dreadful, churning out tales of the supernatural and macabre.
The streets were filled with urchins hawking penny dreadfuls, their cries echoing through the cobblestone alleyways.
The librarian frowned upon his young patron's fascination with penny dreadfuls, believing their sensationalism would warp his mind.
The penny dreadful provided a cheap escape from the hardships of everyday life, offering readers a glimpse into a world of thrills and danger.
The character of Sweeney Todd first gained notoriety in the penny dreadful The String of Pearls, captivating readers with his gruesome exploits.
The penny dreadful was a humble form of literature, but it played a significant role in shaping popular culture and inspiring generations of horror writers.
The penny dreadful's demise came with the advent of more sophisticated and affordable forms of entertainment.
Despite their lurid nature, penny dreadfuls remain a fascinating glimpse into the dark and gritty underbelly of Victorian society.

a melodramatic paperback novel

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The old man had a collection of penny dreadfuls tucked away in his attic, forgotten relics of a bygone era.

The lurid covers of penny dreadfuls hinted at tales of horror and adventure that kept readers on the edge of their seats.

The writer's imagination ran wild as he penned Penny Dreadful after Penny Dreadful, churning out tales of the supernatural and macabre.

The streets were filled with urchins hawking penny dreadfuls, their cries echoing through the cobblestone alleyways.