A step by step device to emphasize the personality of a character- the author usually introduces the character and notes his behavior, begins to note his process of thought for his behavior, records the morals and opinions the character has through his conversations with other characters, and then shows how those characters perceive her/him.
The characterization of Eliza Doolittle and Henry Higgins are the source of comedy in the play- their clashing interactions are amusing because Henry is impolite, intelligent, and charming whereas Eliza is naïve and outspoken. Her development throughout the play help the readers determine the ending of whether she stays with Higgins or leaves him for Freddy. Henry’s reaction to her growth also help justify the choice Eliza will make in the end because even though Henry is ignorant and rude, he is pragmatic and does not want a submissive robot (like Eliza was when she was his student). He wants an outspoken lady who is not afraid to take her own route because Henry is extremely independent and will crush anyone who is in his way. Eliza became the lady he wanted and he offers her a life of free will. Freddy offers her the lady’s ideal life style and he would treat her the way every girl dreams of. Going with Freddy means giving up her independence for a submissive life style. Her previous dialogue and actions will hint at which life she prefers to have.
The characterization of Eliza Doolittle and Henry Higgins are the source of comedy in the play- their clashing interactions are amusing because Henry is impolite, intelligent, and charming whereas Eliza is naïve and outspoken. Her development throughout the play help the readers determine the ending of whether she stays with Higgins or leaves him for Freddy. Henry’s reaction to her growth also help justify the choice Eliza will make in the end because even though Henry is ignorant and rude, he is pragmatic and does not want a submissive robot (like Eliza was when she was his student). He wants an outspoken lady who is not afraid to take her own route because Henry is extremely independent and will crush anyone who is in his way. Eliza became the lady he wanted and he offers her a life of free will. Freddy offers her the lady’s ideal life style and he would treat her the way every girl dreams of. Going with Freddy means giving up her independence for a submissive life style. Her previous dialogue and actions will hint at which life she prefers to have.