Ivor Novello

This updated 10th anniversary edition offers an honest and affectionate exploration of Ivor Novello's life and achievements, highlighting his diverse career as a composer, playwright, actor, and creator of popular musicals set in the fictional land of Ruritania. Interwoven with personal accounts and interviews, the book reflects on his influence, memorable collaborations, and the cultural impact of his work. It also details Novello's involvement with notable projects like the film Gosford Park and features insights from those who knew him best. The narrative provides a nuanced view of his legacy, including how his memory was preserved and lost over the years.