Abstract
This essay contends that Ovid's "The Story of Pygmalion and the Statue"mirrors several misogynistic attitudes of the era. However, it also subversively criticizes the objectification of women. The paper concludes by deeming humankind's penchant for creative artistry tantamount to divine.

From the Paper
"Ovid in 'The Story of Pygmalion and the Statue' compellingly explores both the concept that the conventional relationship between a man and woman often resembles that of possessor and possessed as well as the notion that the act of artistic creation may well be the only means by which a mortal may attain a semblance of god-like power. Via the metaphorical rendering of a misogynistic sculptor who ultimately falls..."

Tags:Ovid, Pygmalion, Metamorphoses, misogynistic, divine

Abstract
This paper introduces, discusses, and analyzes the novel "Pygmalion: A Romance in Five Acts" by George Bernard Shaw. Specifically the paper discusses why the play is about turning a flower girl into a duchess, not about turning a woman into a human being. The paper shows how Eliza Doolittle changes in this play, but the play is not about turning her into a decent caring person, because she already is that. The paper notes that the real person turned into a decent human being in the play is Professor Higgins, who changes from a straight-laced, pompous bachelor to a man capable of love, and of seeing the needs of others, rather than just his own.

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" Now, the pocket change Higgins gave her would not even pay for a gown. Her lifestyle is changed, and it is so dramatic, how could she possibly go back to her drafty room and ragged clothing? There is no way she could do that, but there is little opportunity for her anywhere else, either. She is meant to take care of the absent-minded Higgins, and it is a task he has trained her for perfectly, although he cannot see it. Her transformation is complete when she helps Higgins transform and become the man, husband, and lover he is meant to be, and that is her purpose in this play."

Tags:true, character, very, humanupper, classes, engaging, qualities

Abstract
This paper discusses George Bernard Shaw's play "Pygmalion," focusing on the differences that Shaw creates between the stereotypes of social class and the behavior associated with them. The writer explains that Shaw, himself a socialist born to a relatively low class family who believed in the elimination of social differences between the rich and the poor, portrays his characters as initially true to the stereotypes related to their socioeconomic classes, and then develops them to show that ultimately it is their merit and self-worth that determines how they are treated.

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"At this point Shaw does not give these characters names, but addresses them as the type of people they appear to be. As the story progresses these initial impressions change greatly. During the opening scene Mr. Higgins is referred to as "The Note-Taker." Shaw gives Mr. Higgins this name because he appears to be a scholar. Mr. Higgins demonstrates his intelligence by determining where people are from based on their speech. He is also quick to inform people of his wealth. After quickly examining "The Note Taker" a bystander announces to the crowd, "It's all right: he's a gentleman: look at his boots.""

Tags:status, qualities, transformation, manners, inconsistency, expectations

Abstract
This paper examines how there are two dominant themes as well as a subliminal theme present in "The Good Woman of Setzuan" and "Pygmalion". More specifically, the paper explains that the first dominant theme is evident in that both Brecht and Shaw question the levels of morality in social rankings by proving their low class lead female to be the most honorable character portrayed. The paper then shows how both authors also portray women that have the ability to rise above their lowly upbringing and lifestyle, which defies popular male chauvinist views, but yields a self-identity problem. The paper also discusses how both plays have an underlying theme of man's dominance over women by showing that despite Shen Te and Liza's recent social and personal advancements, their success can only be credited to a man in their lives.

From the Paper
"Likewise, in The Good Woman of Setzuan, we see how Brecht portrays Shen Te, who comes from the most despicable of the low class, the prostitutes, as a woman of good moral character. She allows the gods to stay with her and kicks out her "appointment", despite her needing money for the rent due the next day (Brecht, 8). Once she has been blessed by the gods, Shen Te allows numerous guests to live in her newly acquired tobacco shop when they have nowhere else to stay (Brecht, 13). Shen Te also shows great compassion on Yang Sun when he is on the brink of suicide, and even gives him money so that he may return to pilot school (Brecht, 35 & 53). Shen Te contradicts her neighboring tenant, the barber, who is known as being extremely wealthy, "The barber is filthy rich (Brecht, 46)." "

Tags:Shen, Te, Liza, male, dominance, class, morality

Abstract
This paper compares the love depicted in the plays "Pygmalion" and "Major Barbara" written by George Bernard Shaw. The paper suggests that the final outcome of the analysis is an intermingling of the two perspectives on love and it notes that in both situations, the heroes attract each other in spite of the paradoxical opposition.

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"In opposition, their projections in the real world, Lisa and Cusins, trapped in reality, are only capable of projecting human love limited to the sole adulation of man, as the main actor of the reality they live in. Although Lisa loves her master, her passion, being deeply anchored in the every day life, she proves herself more powerful, succeeding in tearing down the wall her master had created around himself, by projecting her newly tailored personality upon her master. Thus, the creation becomes more powerful than its creator "But [with sudden humility] I shall miss you, Eliza"(Shaw, 1916, act V). On a similar note, Cusins represents the source of physical love whose subject becomes Barbara, as her own mother admits: "I have a very strong suspicion that you went to the Salvation Army to worship Barbara and nothing else" Shaw, 2000, act I). He loves her earthly existence, and the person her ideals embody."

Tags:play, Victorian, relationships

Abstract
This paper examines George Bernard Shaw's play Pygmalion. The author discusses plot, characterization, and structure, and analyzes why the play is so popular.

Abstract
This paper discusses how both "My Fair Lady' and "Pygmalion and the Statue" employ "heroes" who create masterpieces of their respective trades that bring about good, but unexpected results. Though this theme applies to both stories, there are several inconsistencies and differences between them and their respective characters. This paper first examines how the myth and the play follow the "Creator" theme and then explores the similarities and differences of their plots and characters.

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"The theme of "Pygmalion and the Statue" perfectly coincides with the "Creator" theme. Being a marvelous sculptor who creates a beautiful statue of a girl, named Galatea, Pygmalion represents the hero. At first his creation pleases him tremendously; this pleasure rapidly deteriorates into frustrated desire after he falls in love with it. To fulfill the unexpected portion of the theme, Venus transforms the ivory statue into his living bride after he begged for a wife of that caliber."

Tags:mythology, creator, theme

Abstract
This paper takes a look at the the relationship between Higgins and Eliza in George Bernard Shaw's book 'Pygmalion'. The paper relates the Greek myth of Pygmalion to the character of Henry Higgins and discusses how Pygmalion and Galatea can be compared to Higgins and Eliza.

From the Paper
"Although Higgins may have just viewed Eliza as a project, there was something in the beginning which did fascinate him. "Oh, I can't be bothered with young women. My idea of a lovable woman is somebody as like you [Mrs. Higgins] as possible. I shall never get into the way of seriously liking young women; some habits lie too deep to be changed." (Higgins, p. 71) Higgins also saw Eliza as a challenge. He saw her bad habits and for once actually thought these habits could be changed. As I mentioned earlier, Higgins found the local women to be a bore. He wanted someone more intellectually stimulating, well-mannered, and similar to his own mother. Underlying what society viewed as a duchess was also Higgins' upbringing which helped him to form his own notions of what a lady should be like. Whether he knew it or not, he subconsciously was teaching Eliza to be like the only woman he ever truly did know, his mother. He created a woman that he could love because she was created and taught under his specifications."

Tags:love, Galatea, Mrs., Pearce, mother

Abstract
This paper evaluates the Pygmalion effect, a phenomenon that shows how a manager's expectations greatly effect the performance and productivity of his workers. It shows how effective managers must be able to communicate a positive attitude toward their workers in order to gain the greatest efficiency possible. It uses a fictitious company, XYZ, a diversified, multinational company operating on a global scale in more than thirty countries, yet privately owned and a semi-annual review to determine the efficiency of their managers at communicating this attitude through a study.

Table of Contents
Chapter I
Introduction
Purpose of the Project
Statement of the Problem
Significance of the Problem
Research Category
Project Summary
Positive Reinforcement vs. Psychology
History of the Problem
Delimitations
Scope of the Problem
Setting of the Problem
Assumptions
Hypothesis
Research Questions
Evaluation Objective
Development Objectives
Participants
Researcher
Survey Group
Assistants
Chapter II
Literature Review
Definition of Terms
References
Chapter III
Introduction
Population and Sample
Variables and Measures Used
Data Collection
Data Analysis Procedures
Data Type, Format and Scale
Data Analysis Procedures
Chapter IV
Results and Discussion
Discussion of the Process
Unanticipated Occurrences
Statistical Results and Discussion
Non-Statistical Results and Discussion
Chapter V
Conclusions
Recommendations
Formal Recommendations
Recommendations for Further Research
APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1. Employee Survey

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"The management structure at XYZ, Inc. consists of six levels of management with varying amounts of responsibility within the company. On average each manager has three to six people reporting into them and has to do performance reviews every six months for each person. In return, each employee would give feedback about their past months' development plan, how well it was managed, as well as their scalar's management style. This two way feed back in the hallmark of success at XYZ, Inc. It institutes the principle of Total Quality Management (TQM). Two way feedback has had the effect of maintaining a high level of Quality and job satisfaction at XZY, Inc. In recent year-and-a half employee feedback has been more negative than in the past with a ratio of 3,2:1. This increased ratio is of great concern to the Personnel Department, which advocates the policy of mutuality in business relationships. "

Tags:attitude, efficiency, performance, total, quality, management, feedback

Abstract
The author studies the give and take relationship between the media and our society to determine which is the cause and which is the effect. The author continues by showing a connection between the main icons of Western culture and the effects of the media. The fast food industry is highlighted and the author shows the great effects it has had on our trends and ideals, with conformity a notable outcome. After studying the diverse effects of our fast food culture today, the author concludes that only a corrupt society can allow the mass media such power.

From the Paper
"In the Classical Greco-Roman era, it was believed that Pygmalion, a sculptor, brought Galatea to life. However, today it seems to be a more common belief that Galatea creates Pygmalion. The question of whether members of our society create the media, or if the media influences members of the society to such a degree that it essentially creates the society, is a prominent one in the study of modern anthropology. Pop culture artifacts reveal a great deal about the modern society, including social trends, values, ideals, and more. The relationship between consumers and the mass media is a complex one that may not be simple enough to evaluate as a directional give-and-take diagram. There are many issues relating to social responsibility and the often clashing pursuits of individual wealth and greater good that come to play when discussing popular media, culture, and society."

Tags:fast-food, western, culture