I would have to say that I disagree that Eliza, from
Shaw's Pygmalion represents the new
woman.
Eliza does not wish to change herself until it is
brought to her attention that she needs to be changed. Therefore, she does not represent
the new woman because the new woman makes this decision on her
own.
The new woman is a strong woman who does not need the
guidance or help of another in order to better herself. She possesses the inner strength
and determination to decide what her own weaknesses are and the need to change them. She
does not need to be told to do so.
Also, Eliza was shocked
to find that Higgin's loses interest in her after the bet has been won. The new woman
does not depend, or rely upon, another to need her. She is strong enough to stand on her
own two feet and support herself.
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