The types
of transformations undergone by Eliza Doolittle indicate, in a very astute manner, what
constituted the concept of an upper-middle or upper class lady in her period. They embrace every
aspect of her character and appearance; it is not until she has completely transformed every
aspect of her outward being that she is fully accepted in "polite" society.
Voice and Accent: The initial transformation proposed by
Professor Higgins is purely vocal. In the England of that period (and even to the present day),
accent is a clear indicator of...
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