Used Book - Pygmalion (PB)
by Bernard Shaw (Author)
Paperback, Used-Very Good
USD 5.95
The story centers around Professor Henry Higgins, an expert in phonetics, who makes a bold wager with his friend Colonel Pickering. He claims he can transform Eliza Doolittle, a poor flower girl with a thick Cockney accent, into a refined lady capable of passing as a duchess at a high-society event. Over time, Eliza’s remarkable transformation challenges not only societal expectations but also Higgins’ own attitudes toward class and humanity.
As Eliza learns to navigate the world of the upper class, she begins to assert her independence, forcing Higgins to confront his views on identity, autonomy, and human worth. Their interactions highlight Shaw’s criticism of social hierarchies and his belief in the potential for self-determination.
