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Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw

katias's review against another edition

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funny reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

jazlem's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I loved this play, I'm sure would be much better to see it on stage with the proper accents, but still made great reading nonetheless. It was a scathing critique of the 19th century British class system and a lot of other is still relevant today. I loved the portrayal of Eliza and the feminist ending that Shaw gives her. The abuse that she suffered at Higgins' hands was the point; it shows the ridiculousness of the class and patriarchal systems in the context. My one critique of it would be that the prose at the end would've been better off as a scene played out, so we could've seen what the ending was rather than just being told it. But overall this was an easy read that would make for a great essay on class and feminism.

chalkycharo's review against another edition

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challenging funny lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

whimsicalmeerkat's review against another edition

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2.0

I might feel differently if I re-read this, but I did not care for this when I was in high school. I much prefer the original Pygmalion myth. For what it's worth, I don't particularly like "My Fair Lady" either.

faeriviera's review against another edition

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funny hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

slowreader3's review against another edition

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funny hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

annashiv's review against another edition

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4.0

I enjoyed this for the most part. I think the ending could have been better, but I rather enjoyed the colorful characters and story line. I recommend this to anyone interested in a quick and good read.

alayna017's review against another edition

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5.0

This was a quick, interesting story! I’ve never seen My Fair Lady, but Close Reads was reading/podcasting about it, so I tried it. The ambiguity at the end surprised and intrigued me. I feel for Eliza and what is to become of her. Great story!

leighe's review against another edition

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funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

mangopassion555's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

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