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'Pygmalion' is a sad play. There is no humour in it at all. Discuss.
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Laura Deighton 'Pygmalion' is a sad play. There is no humour in it at all. Discuss. 'Pygmalion' is the story of a London flower girl, Eliza Doolittle, who is turned into a lady by Professor Higgins, an elocution teacher. This essay will analyse whether or not 'Pygmalion' is a sad play and whether or not 'Pygmalion' has any humour in it at all. Some audiences would oppose the idea that 'Pygmalion' has no humour is in, as there are many comical elements with in the play. For example Eliza's accent at the beginning of the play and the way in which Higgin's feelings and sarcasm is portrayed. Some people may believe and support the statement, "'Pygmalion' is a sad play. There is no humour in it at all," as some parts of 'Pygmalion' are tragic and sad. For example Eliza is treat in a disrespectful and hurtful way by Higgins, "wrap her up...
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