Pygmalion

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The narrative centers on Henry Higgins, a phonetics professor who wagers he can transform Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl, into a refined lady through speech and etiquette lessons. As their relationship develops, Eliza gains confidence and independence, ultimately rejecting Higgins' controlling nature. She chooses to pursue a future with Freddy Eynsford-Hill, highlighting themes of social class, identity, and empowerment.