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Alan Jay Lerner, Frederick Loewe

My Fair Lady

Alan Jay Lerner, Frederick LoeweFiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1956

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Alan Jay Lerner, Frederick Loewe

My Fair Lady

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1956
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

London • 1910s

Topic
Publication Year

1956

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

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Super Short Summary

My Fair Lady follows Cockney flower-seller Eliza Doolittle, who undergoes speech lessons from linguistics professor Henry Higgins to pass as nobility, highlighting class and gender disparities; despite succeeding at an Embassy Ball, Eliza feels unappreciated and leaves, but Higgins later acknowledges her impact on his life, leading to an uncertain reconciliation.

Romantic

Playful

Humorous

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

18,848 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

My Fair Lady by Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe is lauded for its witty dialogue, memorable songs, and strong performances, particularly in the role of Eliza Doolittle. Critics praise the musical adaptation of George Bernard Shaw's play, but some feel it occasionally oversimplifies the original themes. Overall, it remains a timeless and charming classic.

Who should read this

Who Should Read My Fair Lady?

Readers who enjoy classic musicals, transformative stories, and nuanced character development will appreciate My Fair Lady. Fans of Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw, on which it is based, or Les Misérables for its intricate blend of music and narrative, will find this work compelling.

4.3

18,848 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

London • 1910s

Topic
Publication Year

1956

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

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