Pygmalion
In this day of repressive, unsavory humanity, where the young idolize the lower classes, while the politically correct look down upon the elite, every household should have a copy of this timeless tale. Although many scorn the elite, it is they who preside over society. This book is as entertaining as it is provocative. Often these two qualities do not harmonize, but in Pygmalion they are conjugal. With its inclusion of religious issues, gender issues, social issues, family issues, and other essential issues, Pygmalion is indeed a masterpiece. The way the author exemplifies how poorly the “lower class” are treated is poignant.Since it is her speech and common manner that presents Liza as "lower class", when Higgins offers to help her in this area, it is unquestionably an enchanting proposal to her. At first, owed to Higgins relentless approach upon their first encounter on Wimpole Street, Liza is reluctant to accept his offer. Treatment of this sort would certainly give rise to doubt by any individual. Higgins is essentially an overgrown, socially maladjusted adolescent with an intermittent dash of brilliance; he's not charming at all. I find pompously righteous characters like Higgins to add c
I was astonished when Liza chooses to leave the comforts offered to her by Higgins and Pickering. This, in fact, is a remarkable display of her newfound confidence. For her to go out into the world alone, rather than offer Higgins the satisfaction of her dependence on him, is commendable. Her return to Wimpole Street in the movie was, therefore, a little disappointing to me. Shaw's insinuation that anyone can ascend to the upper levels of society by putting on a new accent and nice clothes is brilliant. Liza’s transformation from “guttersnipe” to refined society girl lends hope to the common lower class community. I found her parlor "audition" with Mrs. Higgins to be highly amusing. Indeed I would not want to find myself in that predicament, yet graceful, dignified Mrs. Higgins takes a liking to her just the same. The associated scene at the racetrack in “My Fair Lady” is humorous as well. To see the embarrassment in Higgins face, as Liza coaxes the horses on, is priceless. In short, Pygmalion is a one of a kind story that deserves a place of honor on every bookshelf. It expresses how something as simple as a person's accent can determine his or her social status and economic opportunities. The concluding argument, between compassion (Liza) and logic (Higgins) in human relations, suits the story entirel
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Approximate Word count = 915
Approximate Pages = 4 (250 words per page double spaced)
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