Pygmalion
"Pygmalion" is a play by George Bernard Shaw, first performed in 1913. It tells the story of Professor Henry Higgins, a linguist who makes a bet that he can transform Eliza Doolittle, a poor flower girl with a strong Cockney accent, into a refined lady capable of passing for high society. The play explores themes of social class, identity, and the transformative power of language. It highlights the tension between appearance and reality and raises questions about personal worth and societal expectations. The title refers to a Greek myth about a sculptor who fell in love with his own creation.
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"Pygmalion" is a play by George Bernard Shaw that explores themes of social class, transformation, and identity. The story revolves around Professor Henry Higgins, a phonetics expert who makes a bet that he can transform Eliza Doolittle, a poor flower girl with a strong accent, into a refined lady who can speak like royalty. As Eliza undergoes this transformation, the play raises questions about class distinctions, the nature of identity, and personal agency. It highlights the power of language and social expectations in shaping one’s status and self-perception.