Noël Coward

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Hay Fever

Beschreibung

Noel Coward's "Hay fever" stands as a celebrated work of twentieth-century English comedy, a masterful example of British playwriting. Subtitled "A light comedy in three acts," this enduring drama offers a brilliant exploration of family dynamics and the intricate psychological games played within domestic life. Coward, renowned for his wit and keen observation, crafts a world where the boundaries between performance and reality blur. The play delves into the eccentricities of family life, presenting a lively and often chaotic portrayal of relationships. Readers will discover the sharp dialogue and clever construction that define Coward's unique comedic style, making it a cornerstone of English drama. This classic comedy continues to captivate with its timeless portrayal of human foibles and its insightful look into the complexities of familial interaction. "Hay fever" remains a quintessential British play, celebrated for its theatrical brilliance and its enduring capacity to entertain and provoke thought. It is an essential addition for anyone interested in classic comedy, family drama, and the rich tradition of English stage works. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Noël Coward was born in 1899 in Teddington, Middlesex. He made his name as a playwright with The Vortex (1924), in which he also appeared. His numerous other successful plays included Fallen Angels (1925), Hay Fever (1925), Private Lives (1933), Design for Living (1933) and Blithe Spirit (1941). During the war he wrote screenplays such as Brief Encounter (1944) and In Which We Serve (1942). In the fifties he began a new career as a cabaret entertainer. He published volumes of verse and a novel (Pomp and Circumstance, 1960), two volumes of autobiography and four volumes of short stories: To Step Aside (1939), Star Quality (1951), Pretty Polly Barlow (1964) and Bon Voyage (1967). He was knighted in 1970 and died three years later in Jamaica.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 100
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. Dezember 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 150g
• ISBN-13: 9781025240398
• ISBN-10: 1025240391
• Artikelnr.: 76286160