Pygmalion

Pygmalion

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Jun 8, 2009 · English · Audiobook (0h 3m)
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Book Details

Format Audiobook
Length 0h 3m
Language English
Published Jun 8, 2009
Publisher LibriVox

Description

In a vibrant exploration of class and identity, a gifted phonetics professor embarks on an audacious project: to turn a simple flower girl with a thick Cockney accent into a polished lady capable of navigating high society. The story unfolds with wit and humor, revealing the challenges and unexpected repercussions of this transformation. Through meticulously crafted dialogues and engaging interactions, it probes the complexities of social expectation and personal aspiration.

As the characters entwine in their journey, the narrative delves into themes of self-discovery, power dynamics, and the often arbitrary nature of class distinctions. Each character, from the determined Eliza Doolittle to the insistent Higgins, grapples with their own desires and the societal roles imposed upon them, leading to a thought-provoking examination of what it truly means to change one’s place in the world.

Genres

Romance Science Fiction Children’s Biography Self-help Religion & Spirituality History Humor Manga Graphic Novels Health & Wellness Art & Photography Classics Contemporary Politics
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