First American edition, p. 94 in first state and pp. 35-36 cancelled. 8vo, publisher s original black cloth lettered on the spine in gilt, in the original dustjacket. 190, [2]. A very good copy of the book, the jacket presents itself well though there is some chipping at the extremities THE COCKTAIL PARTY is a comedic play in verse form first produced on stage in 1949. The original cast of the production included [Sir] Alec Guinness and Irene Worth and debuted at the Edinburgh Festival. It was his first play since 1939 s FAMILY REUNION and his first work of verse since 1943 s Four Quartets.

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Title: THE COCKTAIL PARTY
Publisher: New York Harcourt, Brace and Company 1950
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1st Edition
Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

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