'Not bloody likely' Ever since Pygmalion opened in London in April 1914 it has proved a very controversial play, from the (then) shocking language, to arguments about its correct ending. Critical interpretations have been similarly disputatious, encompassing views of the transformation of the impoverished Eliza Doolittle by phonetics expert Henry Higgins as either a story of economic and social liberation, or an example of the perpetuation of male control and self-interest. With subsequent film and musical adaptations and ...
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'Not bloody likely' Ever since Pygmalion opened in London in April 1914 it has proved a very controversial play, from the (then) shocking language, to arguments about its correct ending. Critical interpretations have been similarly disputatious, encompassing views of the transformation of the impoverished Eliza Doolittle by phonetics expert Henry Higgins as either a story of economic and social liberation, or an example of the perpetuation of male control and self-interest. With subsequent film and musical adaptations and many stage revivals, Pygmalion remains one of Shaw's most engaging, provocative, and accessible plays. This new edition of Pygmalion includes Shaw's definitive text, with both Preface and Sequel, and provides the most comprehensive scholarly treatment of the play to date, containing: - a substantial introduction with biographical information on Shaw - detailed discussion of the genesis and sources of the play - varying interpretations, and a lengthy international stage history. - textual notes on each page explaining language, allusions, and staging - Appendices with Shaw's discarded scenes for the play, the British Censor's 1914 report, and texts of all stage and film endings of Pygmalion.
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Add this copy of Pygmalion to cart. $1.00, good condition, Sold by Evergreen Goodwill rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Seattle, WA, UNITED STATES, published 2004 by Modern Pub.
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The item shows wear from consistent use but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover if applicable. Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs access code or other supplemental materials.
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Good. TREASURY OF ILLUSTRATED CLASSICS. Nice looking hard cover edition of the classic story. WITH ILLUSTRATIONS! So much frun to read. Large print with plenty of pictures. Just a bit of shelf wear to the covers. Enjoy this TREASURE OF ILLUSTRATED CLASSICS edition for your home, library and gift giving.
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Excelent condition. Very satisfied with the purchase of this book.
Vickimouse
Apr 11, 2010
Disappointed
I actually bought this book really excited to read the old much loved story and was so disappointed when it was an abridged children's version. Still a favorite of mine but am looking still for the WHOLE story!
