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This volume brings together four of Noël Coward's most celebrated works, showcasing his wit and keen observation of human relationships. 'Hay Fever' is a comedy of bad manners set in a country house, where a bohemian family's eccentricities clash with their guests' conventional expectations. 'The Vortex' delves into the darker side of high society, examining addiction and familial dysfunction. 'Fallen Angels' follows two women whose friendship is tested by the arrival of a shared former lover. 'Easy Virtue' explores the consequences of a scandalous marriage and the rigid social codes of the time. Together, these plays offer a sharp, entertaining critique of the upper classes and their emotional entanglements.
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