It seems such a shame When the English claim The Earth, Tha… - Noël Coward

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It seems such a shame
When the English claim
The Earth,
That they give rise
To such hilarity
And mirth.

Noël Coward

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Noël Peirce Coward (December 16, 1899 – March 26, 1973) was an English playwright, composer of popular music and actor.

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Birth Name: Noël Peirce Coward

Alternative Names: Sir Coward • Noel Coward • Noel Pierce Coward • Sir Noel Coward • Sir Noël Peirce Coward • Noel Peirce Coward • Sir Noël Coward

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