Cole

The quintessential companion book for the many fans and admirers of one of the most celebrated American composer/lyricists of this century, Cole Porter. Opening with a biographical sketch by noted theater critic Brendan Gill, Cole includes nearly 200 of Cole Porter's lyrics, accompanied by photos drawn from Cole's personal albums. There are also recollections from friends & co-workers. Music sheets, examples of works in progress in Cole's own hand, private letters, show pictures of Ethel Merman, Bert Lahr, Bea Lillie, Fred Astaire, Gertrude Lawrence, Victor Moore, Rita Hayworth, Danny Kaye, & others.