Soden, Oliver

Masquerade: The Lives of NoÃ«l Coward

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ISBN 13:: 9781474612821
author:: Soden, Oliver
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 656
Dimensions:: 19.6 x 12.8 x 4 centimetres (0.5
Genre:: Biography
Condition:: New
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Noël Coward: A Life of Unapologetic Genius The voice, the dressing-gown, the cigarette in its holder, remain unmistakable. Noël Coward's work continues to be performed and admired worldwide, with his plays and musicals such as Private Lives, Hay Fever, and Blithe Spirit remaining in production. His songs, including "Mad About The Boy" and "Mad Dogs and Englishman", are ingrained in popular culture. Despite his success, Coward's most daring writing remains lesser-known. As T.S. Eliot noted, his work offers unique insights that cannot be found in other great writers. Coward's prolific career spanned multiple genres, including plays, musicals, revues, screenplays, short stories, poetry, and a novel. He composed and lyricist for approximately 675 songs, cementing his status as a master of his craft. This biography, written by Oliver Soden, offers a thorough and sympathetic account of Coward's life, shedding light on his unorthodox relationships and their impact on his writing. With this new life, the Master finally gets his due, providing a fresh perspective on a life that was both groundbreaking and provocative.

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