Forlorn Sunset
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Forlorn Sunset is a novel by the British writer Michael Sadleir
which was first published in 1947. Like his better known work Fanny by Gaslight
the novel is set in Victorian London and explores the underworld of Vice
that existed in the city.
Michael Sadleir
Michael Sadleir was a British novelist and book collector.-Biography:He was born Michael Sadler, though upon beginning to publish novels he altered the spelling of his name to differentiate himself from his father, Michael Ernest Sadler, a historian and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Leeds...
which was first published in 1947. Like his better known work Fanny by Gaslight
Fanny by Gaslight (novel)
Fanny by Gaslight is the best known novel of Michael Sadleir. Written in 1940 and filmed in 1944, it is a fictional exploration of prostitution in Victorian London. In 1981 it was turned into a four-part BBC television series Fanny by Gaslight with Chloe Salaman in the title role....
the novel is set in Victorian London and explores the underworld of Vice
Vice
Vice is a practice or a behavior or habit considered immoral, depraved, or degrading in the associated society. In more minor usage, vice can refer to a fault, a defect, an infirmity, or merely a bad habit. Synonyms for vice include fault, depravity, sin, iniquity, wickedness, and corruption...
that existed in the city.