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    Pygmalion
    Pygmalion
    Pygmalion
    Audiobook2 hours

    Pygmalion

    Written by George Bernard Shaw

    Narrated by Multiple Narrators

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    The story of Professor Henry Higgins, a professor of phonetics, who wagers that he can turn a Cockney flower girl, Eliza Doolittle, into the toast of London society merely by teaching her how to speak with an upper-class accent.

    In the process, he becomes fond of her and attempts to direct her future, but she rejects his domineering ways and marries a young but poor man of the genteel class, Freddy.

    An Author's Republic audio production.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAuthor's Republic
    Release dateMar 30, 2017
    ISBN9781518946080
    Author

    George Bernard Shaw

    George Bernard Shaw was born in Dublin in 1856 and moved to London in 1876. He initially wrote novels then went on to achieve fame through his career as a journalist, critic and public speaker. A committed and active socialist, he was one of the leaders of the Fabian Society. He was a prolific and much lauded playwright and was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature. He died in 1950.

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    • 5/5
      "Pygmalion" is a thought-provoking exploration of class, identity, and the power dynamics inherent in language and social status. It raises questions about the nature of transformation, the ethics of social engineering, and the complexities of human relationships. The play's enduring popularity lies in its sharp wit, memorable characters, and timeless themes that continue to resonate with audiences today.
    • 5/5
      The character of Eliza is particularly compelling as she undergoes a dramatic physical and social metamorphosis. Her journey challenges traditional notions of class and gender, highlighting the arbitrary nature of social distinctions and the potential for personal growth and self-realization.
    • 5/5
      One of the most captivating aspects of the play is the dynamic between Higgins and Eliza. Their relationship evolves from a purely academic experiment to a complex and sometimes contentious partnership. Shaw deftly navigates the power dynamics at play, raising questions about agency, independence, and the nature of transformation.
    • 5/5
      "Pygmalion" is a witty and thought-provoking comedy that explores themes of social class, identity, and transformation. At its heart is the story of Henry Higgins, a phonetics professor, who makes a bet with his friend Colonel Pickering that he can transform Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl, into a lady of society simply by teaching her to speak with a more refined accent.
    • 5/5
      Social Class and Identity: One of the central themes of "Pygmalion" is the exploration of social class and its impact on identity. Through Eliza's transformation, the play examines how language and manners shape perceptions of class and influence social mobility.
    • 5/5
      "Pygmalion" tells the story of Henry Higgins, a phonetics professor, who makes a bet with his friend Colonel Pickering that he can transform Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl, into a duchess by teaching her to speak with proper English pronunciation and manners. As Eliza undergoes this transformation, she grapples with questions of identity, social class, and independence.