Cole Porter: The Great Sophisticate - Biography of composer and lyricist Cole Porter, plus analysis of his contributions to the development of American musical comedy. New York Times: Cole Porter - Various articles on the composer and lyricist. Todd's Cole Porter Page - Collection of Cole Porter lyrics. Cole Porter News: Topix - News about Cole Porter continually updated from around the net. The Cole Porter Reference Guide - A chronological tour of the works of Cole Porter. American Masters - Cole Porter - A brief biography.