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The Dark History of Penny Dreadfuls: Victorian Horror for a Penny

Step into the eerie world of Penny Dreadfuls, the sensational Victorian-era horror stories that thrilled and terrified readers for just a penny. In this video, we explore the origins of these grim publications, their role in shaping early popular fiction, and how they fed the public’s fascination with crime, the supernatural, and the macabre. From blood-curdling tales of Sweeney Todd to Varney the Vampire, learn how these cheap yet thrilling reads paved the way for modern horror and influenced today's storytelling. 

If you're a fan of classic horror or curious about the dark side of literary history, this one's for you! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives into literary history with folklore. 

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