'He is simply a phenomenon, and one that is unlikely to occur ever again in theatre history.' Terence Rattigan Includes an introduction by Martin Tickner and Coward's long-time companion, Graham Payn. Noel Coward invented the concept of celebrity and his life and work is still celebrated today. Coward's plays are regularly revived and are particularly popular with amateur dramatic groups.

This volume brings together Coward's celebrated verse, from snappy epigrams to seven-hundred-line short stories such as 'P&O 1930' and 'Not Yet the Dodo'; from moving war-time encounters to satirical barbs at familiar Coward targets; and from personal reminiscences to occasional verse such as his tribute to Ivor Novello or his counter-attack on Graham Greene. Includes an introduction by Martin Tickner and Coward's long-time companion, Graham Payn.