Pygmalion

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England, this play explores themes of social class and transformation through the relationship between phonetics professor Henry Higgins and Cockney flower girl Eliza Doolittle. Premiering in 1913, it garnered critical acclaim and has inspired multiple adaptations, including the beloved musical "My Fair Lady." Shaw's work is notable for its wit and commentary on societal norms, making it one of his most accessible and enduring pieces.