Sir Noël Peirce Coward, born on December 16, 1899, was an English playwright, composer, director, actor, and singer. He was active during the 1920s to the 1960s and is best known for his wit, flamboyance, and sophisticated style. Coward’s works often explored themes of love, relationships, and societal norms, with a touch of satire and comedy.
Coward’s influential works include “Private Lives,” “Bitter-Sweet,” “The Marquise,” and “Post-Mortem,” “Private Lives” is a comedy that examines the complexities of love and marriage, while “Bitter-Sweet” delves into the bittersweet nature of romantic relationships. “The Marquise” explores the lives of aristocrats, and “Post-Mortem” is a dark comedy that satirizes the afterlife.
Coward’s writing style is characterized by his clever dialogue, sharp wit, and ability to capture the essence of human relationships. He often depicted the upper-class society and its idiosyncrasies, using humor and irony to comment on social conventions. Coward’s works continue to be celebrated for their timeless appeal and his contributions to British theater and literature.
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1979 – Plays:2 (Private Lives, Bitter-Sweet, The Marquise, Post-Mortem), by Noel Coward
$35.00Plays:2: Private Lives, Bitter-Sweet, The Marquise, Post-Mortem by Noel Coward is a collection of four plays published for Master Playwrights by Eyre Methuen in London in 1979.
In this collection, Noel Coward showcases his mastery of the stage with four compelling plays. “Private Lives” explores the complex dynamics of love and relationships as two divorced couples find themselves in adjoining hotel rooms while on honeymoon with their new partners. “Bitter-Sweet” delves into the world of operetta, following the story of a young girl who becomes a famous singer but struggles to find happiness. “The Marquise” takes readers on a journey of mistaken identities and romantic entanglements, while “Post-Mortem” offers a darkly humorous exploration of the afterlife.