Pomp and Circumstance (novel)
| Author | Noël Coward |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Published | 1960 |
| Publisher | Doubleday |
Pomp and Circumstance is a 1960 novel by Noël Coward.[1] It is his only full-length published novel, although he also wrote numerous short stories. It was set on the fictitious island of Samola, which Coward also used as a setting for his play South Sea Bubble. He spent a number of years writing it and was inspired by his experiences of living in Jamaica.[2]
Contents
Premise
A British colony in the South Pacific is excited about a visit by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip.
Reception
The book became a best seller.[2] "The Peter Pan of British letters has done it again," said a writer in Variety.[3]
References
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- Review of novel at Kirkus
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